Laigh Milton Viaduct, Kilmarnock
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Activity: Walking
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Distance: 6.45 km
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Calculated time: 1h 55
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Difficulty: Easy
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Return to departure point: Yes
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Vertical gain: + 20 m
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Vertical drop: - 12 m
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Highest point: 30 m
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Lowest point: 10 m
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District: North Ayshire
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Start/End: N 55.601937° / W 4.567794°
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Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 18 m
- S/E : km 6.45 - alt. 18 m
Useful Information
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