John Muir Way (Balloch to Strathblane part 1)
West Dunbartonshire, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in West Dunbartonshire, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 15.7 mi (25.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,335 ft (407 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 45 min
- High point
- 909 ft (277 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Balloch Castle 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Burncrooks 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about John Muir Way (Balloch to Strathblane part 1)
How long is John Muir Way (Balloch to Strathblane part 1)?
John Muir Way (Balloch to Strathblane part 1) is 15.7 mi (25.3 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 45 min. It climbs 1,335 ft (407 m) in total, up to a high point of 909 ft (277 m).
How hard is John Muir Way (Balloch to Strathblane part 1)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for John Muir Way (Balloch to Strathblane part 1)?
Parking at the start, Free. 6 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on John Muir Way (Balloch to Strathblane part 1)?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 1.2 mi (1.9 km).
Is John Muir Way (Balloch to Strathblane part 1) shaded?
Partly shaded (33% under trees).
What can you do on John Muir Way (Balloch to Strathblane part 1)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near John Muir Way (Balloch to Strathblane part 1)?
Sweeney's Cruises, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Lomond Stores, 0 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for John Muir Way (Balloch to Strathblane part 1)?
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 John Muir Way (Balloch to Strathblane part 1)
- West Loch Lomond Cycle Route Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park · Moderate · 16 mi (25.7 km)
- Fairy Path Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
- Pappert hill Path West Dunbartonshire · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Helensburgh to Arden Cycle Route Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park · Easy · 9.3 mi (15 km)
- The Shore Circular Path West Dunbartonshire · Easy · 4.7 mi (7.5 km)
- Dumbarton Central to Council Offices Cycle Route West Dunbartonshire · Easy · 1.8 mi (2.9 km)
- Overtoun House Circular Path West Dunbartonshire · Moderate · 4 mi (6.5 km)
- The Shore Circular Path West Dunbartonshire · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.6 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap