John Muir Way (Croy to Falkirk)
Falkirk, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Falkirk, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 13 mi (20.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 604 ft (184 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 30 min
- High point
- 417 ft (127 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Croy Hill 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Croy Hill Fortlet 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Croy Hill Fort 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from start
- Picnic area 3.1 mi (5 km) from start
- Picnic area 3.1 mi (5 km) from start
- Historic site: Antonine Wall 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from start
- Bike repair station 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Antonine Wall 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Rough Castle Fort 9 mi (14.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Lilia 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from start
- Attraction: Falkirk Wheel 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from start
- Visitor center: Falkirk Wheel Visitor Centre 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 9.9 mi (16 km) from start
- Historic site: Battle of Falkirk Memorial 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from start
- Picnic area 12 mi (19.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 12 mi (19.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from start
- Shelter 12.9 mi (20.7 km) from start
- Shelter 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about John Muir Way (Croy to Falkirk)
How long is John Muir Way (Croy to Falkirk)?
John Muir Way (Croy to Falkirk) is 13 mi (20.9 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 30 min. It climbs 604 ft (184 m) in total, up to a high point of 417 ft (127 m).
How hard is John Muir Way (Croy to Falkirk)?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for John Muir Way (Croy to Falkirk)?
Parking at the far end. 19 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on John Muir Way (Croy to Falkirk)?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 12.9 mi (20.8 km).
Is John Muir Way (Croy to Falkirk) shaded?
Partly shaded (53% under trees).
What can you do on John Muir Way (Croy to Falkirk)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near John Muir Way (Croy to Falkirk)?
The Boathouse, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Premier, 0.9 mi (1.4 km). 3 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for John Muir Way (Croy to Falkirk)?
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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