James Hamilton Heritage Park
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Activity: Walking
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Distance: 1.25 km
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Calculated time: 0h 20
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Difficulty: Easy
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Return to departure point: Yes
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Vertical gain: + 3 m
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Vertical drop: - 3 m
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Highest point: 164 m
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Lowest point: 159 m
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District: South Lanarkshire
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Start/End: N 55.77733° / W 4.185938°
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Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 161 m
- S/E : km 1.25 - alt. 161 m
Useful Information
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Other walks in the area
Cleughearn Forestry Walk, Whitelee Windfarm
Departure from South Lanarkshire
A pleasant walk around one of the quieter areas of forestry within the UK’s largest onshore windfarm. Starting at the parking area just off Ardochrig Road (near Strathaven), you soon find yourself on a mossy track through the trees. In this area it is possible to spot jay, bullfinch, merlin, peregrine, roe deer, and occasionally goldeneye ducks on the ponds.
Lochgoin Circuit, Whitelee Windfarm
Departure from East Renfrewshire
An easy 7 mile circuit around Whitelee Windfarm’s Lochgoin Reservoir. The route is way-marked meaning that navigation is simple and underfoot is a mixture of loose stones and grass. Look out for Dunwan Dam and take a detour to Blackwood Hill Viewpoint, from which on a clear day you will be able to see as far as the Isle of Arran and Ben Lomond.
Duncarnock Fort (The Craigie) from Neilston
Departure from East Renfrewshire
Duncarnock Fort (known locally as The Craigie) is a craggy hill (204 m / 669 ft) which stands invitingly on the banks of Glanderston Dam. Pausing on the summit of what was formerly an iron age fort, take a moment to wonder about it’s history and all that may have happened here many years ago! On a clear day, just as Mary Queen of Scots is rumoured to have done, you will enjoy panoramic views over greater Glasgow extending to the Campsies in the north.
River Clyde walkway from Cardies Bridge
Departure from South Lanarkshire
Walk part of River Clyde walkway from Cardies Bridge.
Loudoun Hill Circular
Departure from East Ayrshire
At just 361m elevation, the volcanic plug of Loudoun Hill near Darvel, is where Robert the Bruce had his first major military victory. Despite being small, it’s steep slopes certainly pack a punch and on a clear day the views from the top make it a must-do in the area. A favourite with children and adults alike!
Dismantled Railway Walk, Darvel
Departure from East Ayrshire
A linear walk from the village of Darvel along a fantastic disused railway track to the Spirit of Scotland Monument beneath Loudoun Hill.
Kelvin Walkway: Milngavie to Partick
Departure from East Dunbartonshire
This 10 mile route along the River Kelvin feels surprisingly rural when walked from North to South, with the hustle and bustle of the city becoming more apparent the further along you go. Rather poorly way-marked for the first half, signage is then very easy to follow for the remainder of the route down to the Riverside Museum, where the Kelvin meets the Clyde.
From Milngavie to Drymen, West Highland Way
Departure from East Dunbartonshire
The 1rst stage of the West Highland Way (WHW), which has no difficulty other than its distance, takes us through the Scottish countryside and the first hills of the Highlands.
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