Crinan Canal
Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 16.4 mi (26.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 554 ft (169 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 40 min
- High point
- 128 ft (39 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Memorial to Rev James Chalmers 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Carn Ban Cairn 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from start
- Shelter 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from start
- Picnic area 16.4 mi (26.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Crinan Canal
How long is Crinan Canal?
Crinan Canal is 16.4 mi (26.4 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 40 min. It climbs 554 ft (169 m) in total, up to a high point of 128 ft (39 m).
How hard is Crinan Canal?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Crinan Canal?
Parking at the start, Free. Closest lot to the start: Ardrishaig Car Park North. 6 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Crinan Canal?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 10 mi (16.1 km).
Is Crinan Canal shaded?
Mostly exposed (26% under trees).
What can you do on Crinan Canal?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Crinan Canal?
The Ritz, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Morrisons Daily, 0.1 mi (0.2 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Crinan Canal?
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.
Trails near Crinan Canal
- Rock & Roll trail Argyll and Bute · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- The jink trail Argyll and Bute · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- water splash trail Argyll and Bute · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Achnashelloch Motox Track Argyll and Bute · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- firetower trail Argyll and Bute · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.5 km)
- murder hill trail Argyll and Bute · Easy · 2.5 mi (3.9 km)
- Oakwood Trail Argyll and Bute · Easy · 2 mi (3.2 km)
- To Mcewan Cairn Argyll and Bute · Easy · 3.7 mi (6 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap