Walks in East Renfrewshire
An easy and very rewarding hike across the hillside, starting in the pretty village of Uplawmoor, East Renfrewshire. Pass the 16th century Caldwell Tower, enjoy views of Loch Libo, Ayrshire, Greater Glasgow and the Largs/Lochwinnoch hills. A mixture of good solid surfaces and boggy moorland with several gates and stiles to climb. … More Walk 167 – Uplawmoor Hillside Trail – 4.8 miles
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 you will enjoy panoramic views over greater Glasgow extending to the Campsies in the north, just as Mary Queen of Scots is rumoured to have done. … More Walk 161 – Duncarnock Fort (The Craigie), Neilston – 5 miles
One of the most important geological sites in Scotland, the 143 acre Rouken Glen Park has some lovely walks, this one taking you through it’s famous gorge along the banks of Auldhouse Burn. See the boating pond “Swan Lake”, wander through the glen with it’s impressive waterfalls, try out the new boardwalk built along the historical “lover’s walk”, let the kids burn off steam at the massive play area and then try your hand at the outdoor gym before having a well-earned coffee at The Boathouse café. There is a reason Rouken Glen was voted the UK’s Best Park 2016! … More Walk 102 – Gorge Walk, Rouken Glen Park – 1.75 miles
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. … More Walk 98 – Lochgoin Circuit, Whitelee Windfarm – 7 miles
This route shows off the scale and diversity of Whitelee, the UK’s largest onshore windfarm. It crosses from one side of the site to the other, passing through it’s less visited areas, many of which are rich in forestry. You will stand on the highest point in East Renfrewshire (Corse Hill), visit a WWII hurricane crash site, pass an active quarry, and even visit a memorial enclosure! Keep a lookout for dragonflies, small birds, woodland mammals and birds of prey. … More Walk 83 -Traverse of Whitelee Windfarm: Ardochrig to Visitor Centre – 15.3 miles
Set in the greenspace between Barrhead, Darnley and Newton Mearns, the Dams to Darnley Country Park is set over 1350 acres of land. Still a work-in-progress there are many interesting features and lots of local history to be discovered here. Smooth tarmac makes this walk perfect for buggies and bikes. … More Walk 69 – Dams to Darnley Country Park – 4 miles
Amidst the swirling of the wind turbines you can enjoy this energising walk from the Visitor Centre to a view point atop Blackwood Hill at Whitelee Windfarm, from which you will be rewarded with stunning panoramic views on a clear day. You will be pretty exposed for the majority of the walk so ensure that you dress appropriately for the weather conditions. … More Walk 33 – Blackwood Hill Viewpoint, Whitelee Windfarm – 3.5 miles
A short loop starting at the Visitor Centre and taking you through a small section of the windfarm on earth & loose gravel tracks. Get a feel for the size and power of the turbines when you pass directly under two of them! … More Walk 16 – Around Brown Hill, Whitelee Windfarm – 2 miles
This is a great short walk for an introduction to the windfarm if it is your first visit. The wooden huts found in the middle of the walk make a good viewpoint on a clear day and a nice spot for a picnic. … More Walk 3 – Picnic Huts, Whitelee Windfarm – 1.2 miles
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