Hurlford to Galston via Chris Hoy Cycle Way
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Activity: Walking
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Distance: 10.51 km
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Calculated time: 3h 05
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Difficulty: Easy
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Return to departure point: Yes
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Vertical gain: + 30 m
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Vertical drop: - 29 m
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Highest point: 67 m
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Lowest point: 34 m
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District: East Ayrshire
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Start/End: N 55.601978° / W 4.447134°
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Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 37 m
- S/E : km 10.51 - alt. 38 m
Useful Information
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