Route 74
South Lanarkshire, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in South Lanarkshire, United Kingdom. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 8.2 mi (13.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 236 ft (72 m)
- Est. Time
- 50 min
- High point
- 203 ft (62 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: James Gorman Statue 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Historic site: Rutherglen Mining Memorial 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Mercat Cross 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Cambuslang Miners Memorial 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Route 74
How long is Route 74?
Route 74 is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) long. Most people take about 50 min. It climbs 236 ft (72 m) in total, up to a high point of 203 ft (62 m).
How hard is Route 74?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Route 74?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Route 74?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Route 74 shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Route 74?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Route 74?
The Picture House, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Bargain Store, 0.1 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for Route 74?
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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- Cityford Burn Path Castlemilk Park · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
- MTB Trail Cuningar Loop · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.4 km)
- Neilvaig Path Glasgow · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- East City Way Glasgow · Easy · 4.1 mi (6.5 km)
- Cathkin Braes Country Park Green Cathkin Braes Country Park · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Merchant City to Parkhead Forge Cycle Route Glasgow · Easy · 3.7 mi (5.9 km)
- City Quietway (Townhead-Springburn) Glasgow · Easy · 5 mi (8.1 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap