glasgow group logo

Glasgow Group

We are the Glasgow Ramblers. If you enjoy walking or want to give it a try come and join us.

Email

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

This is a varied and meandering, long circuit running through the glens and corries to the north of Arrochar. It offers fine views throughout of the peaks of the Arrochar Alps and makes for a fine day out.

There will be some boggy sections and there are a couple of steep climbs. Walking boots and waterproofs essential.

You can only book on this walk two weeks in advance ie from 2 August onwards.

 

 

Saturday, 16 August 2025
Meeting time:
8:10 am
Start time:
9:40 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
455m / 1493ft
Type:
circular

We will travel by bus from Buchanan Street bus station. The bus leaves at 8.20am and takes 1hr 12mins. Return buses are at 16.35 and 18.05

Please take plenty to drink and eat as this is a long walk and we will have a few stops.

There is a pub at the end where we can have refreshments if we have time while we wait for the bus. 

If any walkers want to drive and meet us at the start of the walk, please get in touch with Yvonne to arrange.

 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NS 59167 65879
Nearest postcode:
G2 3NW
what3words:
baking.tanks.lamps
Meeting time:
8:10 am

We'll meet at Buchanan Street Bus Station at 8.10am (in front of the departure board) in time to catch the 08.20 bus to Arrochar. The bus arrives at Arrochar at 9.32am

Starting point

Grid reference:
NN 29839 04420
Nearest postcode:
G83 7AA
what3words:
braced.complies.backpack
Start time:
9:40 am

The walk will start from the Loch Long car park Arrochar G83 7AA at 9.40am https://maps.app.goo.gl/HRQWmUuajFEoayF57

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking