Glenmavis is a village located in North Lanarkshire, Scotland, offering access to a variety of outdoor landscapes suitable for active pursuits. The area features a mix of rolling hills, tranquil lochs, and established trail networks, providing a setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more. Natural features such as Croy Hill and various lochs contribute to the region's appeal for outdoor enthusiasts.
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4.2
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78
hikers
2.80km
00:43
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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66
hikers
9.83km
02:31
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
9.87km
02:36
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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329
riders
58.9km
02:54
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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77.5km
03:14
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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63.5km
02:45
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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29.1km
01:20
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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46
riders
38.4km
02:14
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40.3km
02:26
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
riders
16.4km
01:05
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
53.7km
03:12
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
runners
11.2km
01:10
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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8.99km
00:57
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.6km
01:07
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
17.0km
01:47
170m
170m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
48.2km
02:38
210m
210m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.6km
01:39
130m
130m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
49.0km
02:37
210m
210m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
riders
63.0km
03:36
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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38.7km
02:36
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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75.2km
05:33
1,490m
1,490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
80.6km
04:50
590m
590m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Glenmavis offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The area provides access to diverse landscapes suitable for these pursuits. More information is available in the Hiking around Glenmavis guide.
Popular hiking areas around Glenmavis include Croy Hill, offering views and a Roman fort. Trails are also found in Palacerigg Country Park, around Broadwood Loch, and at Lochend Loch in Drumpellier Park. These locations provide varied walking experiences for different skill levels.
Yes, Glenmavis offers easy hiking options. Lochend Loch in Drumpellier Park features light gravel paths suitable for leisurely walks. Broadwood Loch also has a popular circular trail that is generally accessible. Consult the Easy hikes around Glenmavis guide for more details.
Glenmavis provides access to various cycling routes. The Strathkelvin Railway Path offers a smooth route for road and touring cycling. Nearby Carron Valley features purpose-built red-grade mountain bike trails and the Loch Shore Trail for family cycling. Specific guides include Road Cycling Routes around Glenmavis and Cycling around Glenmavis.
Mountain biking trails are available near Glenmavis, notably in the Carron Valley. This area features purpose-built red-grade trails designed for mountain biking. The MTB Trails around Glenmavis guide provides further information.
Key natural attractions include Croy Hill with its Roman fort and panoramic views. Palacerigg Country Park, Broadwood Loch, and Lochend Loch offer serene waterscapes and walking trails. The nearby Carron Valley features Meikle Bin and opportunities for wildlife observation.
Yes, several areas offer family-friendly walks. Broadwood Loch has a popular circular trail, and Lochend Loch in Drumpellier Park provides light gravel paths suitable for families. The Loch Shore Trail in Carron Valley is also suitable for family cycling and walking.
Many outdoor areas in North Lanarkshire, including those near Glenmavis, permit dogs. It is advisable to keep dogs on a lead, especially in nature reserves or areas with livestock, and to follow local signage. Specific rules may apply to individual country parks.
Outdoor activities in Glenmavis are popular on komoot, with more than 17,000 visitors having shared experiences. The routes have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars. There are 5 total routes recorded in the region.
Komoot offers several guides for Glenmavis, including Hiking around Glenmavis, Road Cycling Routes around Glenmavis, Cycling around Glenmavis, Easy hikes around Glenmavis, MTB Trails around Glenmavis, Gravel biking around Glenmavis, and Running Trails around Glenmavis.
As Glenmavis is a village, there is no single official website for it as an outdoor destination. Information about the broader North Lanarkshire area and specific attractions like Palacerigg Country Park can be found on the North Lanarkshire Council's website or individual park websites.
Lochend Loch in Drumpellier Park offers light gravel paths that are generally accessible. Broadwood Loch also features a circular trail that may be suitable for some individuals with mobility considerations. It is recommended to check specific trail conditions before visiting.
The lochs and woodlands around Glenmavis and nearby Carron Valley are home to various wildlife. Observers may spot waterfowl, red squirrels, and crossbills. Ospreys can also be seen from lochside hides in the Carron Valley area.

