Campsie Glen

Stroll beside a woodland burn or head into the hills

From the pretty village of Clachan of Campsie, with its historic church, wind along grassy slopes into the Campsie Glen. Wander along the path beside the Kirk Burn, or stop for a feed at one of the many picturesque picnic spots beneath the trees.

Activities

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For a more energetic outing, follow the path behind Clachan of Campsie that forks steeply uphill from the burn to reach a car park on the B822 with lovely views into the glen. From here you can choose a path around the hill to see waterfalls along the burn below or carry on climbing along a steep, rough trail to reach the ridge of the Campsie Fells above.

Strathkelvin Railway Path

The Strathkelvin Railway Path is an easy, flat route that’s perfect for walking or cycling. It stretches 7½ mile between Strathblane and Kirkintilloch along a picturesque stretch of old railway line. Join the trail near the turning to Clachan of Campsie off the A891.

Facilities & access

Parking

There are public toilets (small charge), refreshments and bike hire in Clachan of Campsie.

Getting here

There is a public car park in the small main square in Clachan of Campsie. To find the start of the path, head along Knowehead Road from just south of the main square. Follow Knowehead Road all the way up into Campsie Glen.

Using SatNav?

G66 7AB is the nearest postcode.

Public transport

There are regular buses to Clachan of Campsie from Glasgow. Plan your journey at Traveline Scotland.

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