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Tyndrum

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Community woodland with short trails

This community woodland is ideal for those who want to break up the journey along the A82 and get some fresh air.

Walking trails

Walking

Cattle Creep Trail

A glimpse of a forest for the future.

Firm narrow paths. Short steep slopes and wooden steps.

1 miles / 1.6 km

Allow
¾ hour

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This short trail leads through a growing woodland that was planted by schoolchildren and other local people. Watch it change through the seasons and over the years to come.

Activities

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Tyndrum is surrounded by dramatic hills, with lots of un-waymarked routes onto the high tops. The West Highland Way passes through the forest here.

Facilities and access

Walking
Walking
Mountain access
Mountain access

The nearest public toilets are at the Green Welly Stop, 50 metres from the start of the trail.

Getting here

There is no car park at this location.

The Cattle Creep Trail begins at the north end of Tyndrum village where the West Highland Way crosses the A82. There is no designated car park, but lots of other car parks and on street parking can be found around the village. Please park with consideration and do not block pedestrian and vehicle access points. Do consider public and active transport if available and possible.

Walk west from the Green Welly Stop, turning left just after the main road crosses a burn. The first waymarker for the trail sits just below the sign for the West Highland Way.

Using SatNav?

FK20 8SA is the nearest postcode.

Public transport

Trains and several bus routes pass through Tyndrum. Plan your journey at Traveline Scotland.

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Phone
0300 067 6600 (option 2)
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