Stockingfield Junction Bridge – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Kelvinhall

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Stockingfield Junction Bridge – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Kelvinhall

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Stockingfield Junction Bridge – Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath loop from Kelvinhall

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55.4km

300m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.42 km

Glasgow Botanic Gardens

Highlight • Structure

Across the river from the cycle path is Glasgow Botanic Gardens, which are well worth a visit. You find beautiful seasonal gardens and glasshouses containing tropical plants, most notably the …

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3.81 km

Stockingfield Junction Bridge

Highlight • Monument

Stockingfield Junction is a spot along the canal between Maryhill and Ruchill in Glasgow, Scotland. It first opened back in 1777, closed in 1963, and was later restored and reopened …

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4.87 km

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

Highlight • River

The Forth and Clyde Canal was constructed in 1790. It was successful initially but closed in the 1960s. Today it's a leisure destination with a brilliant towpath making an ideal cycling outing.

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9.67 km

Mill Plantation

Forest

10.0 km

Forth and Clyde Canal Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

Good straights and class scenery. Roots at certain sections growing under the tarmac, which can make it a bit of a tough getting the power down. Lovely views.

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14.4 km

Curved Footbridge Over Forth and Clyde Canal

Highlight • Structure

15.4 km

Strathkelvin Railway Path: Kirkintilloch to Muirhead

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is the leg of the Strathkelvin Railway Path from Kirkintilloch to Muirhead. It is quite well maintained, suitable for most bikes.

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25.8 km

Garnqueen Loch

Lake

32.1 km

Garnheath Wood

Forest

33.3 km

Lochend Loch

Highlight • Natural

Set in the beautiful Drumpellier Park, Lochend Loch is one of two natural lochs here. With a number of light gravel paths through the woodland and around the lochs it's …

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43.2 km

Hogganfield Park and Local Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

50.2 km

George Square and Glasgow City Chambers

Highlight • Historical Site

George Square, named after King George III, is the principal civic square in Glasgow. The square was laid out in 1781 and is home to many important buildings, including the …

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54.2 km