Birnam Hill and The River Tay
Perth and Kinross, United Kingdom
Loop trail in Perth and Kinross, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 8.4 mi (13.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,345 ft (410 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 25 min
- High point
- 1,273 ft (388 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: The Birnam Oak 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Peak: Clune Hill 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from start
- Waterfall 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from start
- Waterfall 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from start
- Spring 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from start
- Peak: Birnam Hill (King's Seat) 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from start
- Spring: The Cauld Well 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Dunkeld and Birnam Station 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Birnam Hill and The River Tay
How long is Birnam Hill and The River Tay?
Birnam Hill and The River Tay is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 25 min. It climbs 1,345 ft (410 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,273 ft (388 m).
How hard is Birnam Hill and The River Tay?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Birnam Hill and The River Tay?
Parking at the start, Free, 4 spaces. 11 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Birnam Hill and The River Tay?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead. 2 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Birnam Hill and The River Tay shaded?
Mostly shaded (76% under trees).
What can you do on Birnam Hill and The River Tay?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Birnam Hill and The River Tay?
Birnam Arts Cafe, 0 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Best-one, 0 mi (0 km).
Is this a good week for Birnam Hill and The River Tay?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Birnam Oak Perth and Kinross · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.9 km)
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- The Strathbraan Pilgrims' Path Perth and Kinross · Hard · 11.2 mi (18 km)
- Dalguise to Dunkeld Perth and Kinross · Hard · 14.2 mi (22.9 km)
- Dunkeld to Corbenic Poetry Path Perth and Kinross · Easy · 9.6 mi (15.5 km)
- Dunkeld Christmas Grotto Walk Perth and Kinross · Moderate · 3.8 mi (6.2 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap