John Muir Way
Falkirk, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Falkirk, United Kingdom. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 128.8 mi (207.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,062 ft (1,238 m)
- Est. Time
- 13 hr 5 min
- High point
- 574 ft (175 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Picnic area 6.2 mi (10.1 km) from start
- Picnic area 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from start
- Beach: Duck Bay Beach 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from start
- Drinking water: Top Up Tap 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint 23.6 mi (38 km) from start
- Viewpoint 25.8 mi (41.5 km) from start
- Peak: Dunglass 27.9 mi (44.9 km) from start
- Peak: Gallow Hill 32.4 mi (52.1 km) from start
- Bike repair station 38.3 mi (61.6 km) from start
- Picnic area 42.6 mi (68.5 km) from start
- Picnic area 42.6 mi (68.6 km) from start
- Bike repair station 47.1 mi (75.9 km) from start
- Attraction: Falkirk Wheel 49.5 mi (79.7 km) from start
- Visitor center: Falkirk Wheel Visitor Centre 49.5 mi (79.7 km) from start
- Viewpoint 49.6 mi (79.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 57.6 mi (92.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Battle of Linlithgow Bridge 1526 61.4 mi (98.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Valleyfield Link Up Memorial 66 mi (106.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about John Muir Way
How long is John Muir Way?
John Muir Way is 128.8 mi (207.2 km) long. Most people take about 13 hr 5 min. It climbs 4,062 ft (1,238 m) in total, up to a high point of 574 ft (175 m).
How hard is John Muir Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for John Muir Way?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on John Muir Way?
Drinking water on the way at 8.5 mi (13.7 km), 21 mi (33.9 km), 76 mi (122.4 km), 76.1 mi (122.4 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 1.2 mi (1.9 km), 8.5 mi (13.7 km), 9.7 mi (15.6 km). 2 springs (treat before drinking).
Is John Muir Way shaded?
Partly shaded (45% under trees).
What can you do on John Muir Way?
Best for Road & touring bike. Shared with bikes.
Where can you eat near John Muir Way?
15 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for John Muir Way?
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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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap