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View of Loch Lomond – Balloch Marina loop from Rhu

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View of Loch Lomond – Balloch Marina loop from Rhu

Moderate

5.0

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View of Loch Lomond – Balloch Marina loop from Rhu

02:48

31.6km

690m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 14.6 km for 4 m

After 14.6 km for 24 m

After 17.2 km for 24 m

After 17.3 km for 4 m

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Bus stop

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2.89 km

Colquhoun Square

Highlight • Settlement

"Colquhoun Square has been designed to create a town centre with attractive, usable and flexible public space which supports community events, festivals and markets. While previously the area was a crossroads dominated by vehicles, it is now a pedestrian focused environment. Accessible seating, widened pavements and new surfaces have been installed to help promote outdoor activity and encourage greater footfall between the town centre and the seafront. The square also incorporates an ‘outdoor museum’ exhibiting artwork and artefacts from local history." Source: ourplace.scot/case-study/colquhoun-square

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9.51 km

View of Loch Lomond

Highlight • Viewpoint

Halfway between the southern end of Loch Lomond and the River Clyde, this clearing offers water views on both sides. An achievable walk from Helensburg and Balloch, it's a fun hike that can be completed in a few hours.

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10.6 km

Gouk Hill Path Hike-a-Bike Section

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

June 24 - badly affected by fallen trees. A path of sorts has been formed to the left facing uphill (E>W) however it is very steep with a loaded bike. The forest thereafter is very difficult going, almost impassable. Perseverance, brute strength and a sense of humour needed. Overall I would suggest an alternative route.

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12.7 km

View of the Scottish Highlands

Highlight • Other

13.4 km

Stony Descent

Highlight • Trail

Fast, bumpy descent with some scope to get some real speed! Take care.

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15.8 km

Balloch Marina

Highlight • Structure

Balloch is known as the gateway to the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. It's well-connected to Glasgow by train, making it a popular destination for a day trip. There are a nice selection of shops and places to eat, activity providers and the restored paddle steamer, Maid of the Loch, is moored here.

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