Kenmore Circular via Falls of Acharn

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Overview

From Kenmore the walk follows the Rob Roy Way along Queens drive, then climbs to Kenmore Hill which is a great viewpoint, with Ben Lawers, Schiehallion and Strath Tay all prominent. This super walk also takes in an ancient stone circle and the impressive Falls of Acharn.

Sunday, 3 May 2026

Start time:: 9:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 6:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 13km / 8.1mi
Ascent:: 530m / 1739ft
Type:: circular

Local Walk Grade B

Walk by private bus. Numbers will be restricted.

NOTE: If you wish to book a place on the bus for this Sunday walk, please text Hilda - 07879 271650 from 6pm on Monday 27 April 2026, and remember to include your name in text.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Coach trip

Starting point

Grid reference:: NS 76125 74371
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Start time:: 9:00 am

Travel to start of walk by private bus. Pick up points in Cumbernauld: 8:50am - Craiglinn Roundabout Bus Stop 8:55am - Condorrat Main Road Bus Stop. 9.00 am - Park at car park for Cumbernauld New Town Hall, Bron Way, Cumbernauld G67 2LP Then make your way to the bus stop on Bron Way (left out car park) (see map) **** Bus back at Cumbernauld approximately 6pm. ****

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