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View of Loch Lomond – View of Loch Lomond loop from Rhu

View of Loch Lomond – View of Loch Lomond loop from Rhu

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View of Loch Lomond – View of Loch Lomond loop from Rhu

01:28

23.5km

340m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 8.63 km for 548 m

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3.59 km

Henry Bell Monument

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This monument was erected in 1872 to the memory of Henry Bell, who built the Paddle Steamer Comet in 1812, the first commercial steam boat in Europe. Further info can be found on destinationhelensburgh.org/henry-bell

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3.68 km

It's a Path, Not a Destination Sculpture

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3.72 km

Start of the John Muir Way, Helensburgh

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The John Muir Way stretches for 134 miles or 215 km between Helensburgh on the west coast through Scotland's heartland to Dunbar in the east. You'll find ample information on (the photo of) an information board, attached to this highlight.

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8.82 km

View of Helensburgh and the Firth of Clyde

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As you can see in the photos it's a good track so it's dry even after prolonged rain.

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10.7 km

View of Loch Lomond

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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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11.0 km

View of Loch Lomond

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This track boasts some fantastic views overlooking Loch Lomond.

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14.4 km

Old Luss Road

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Old Luss road is a road that takes you through the golf course. It is a very nice walk. I didn’t even notice I was walking up the hill. The …

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19.6 km

Helensburgh Pier

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Jetting out nearly 820 feet (250 m) into the water, the wide pier at Helensburgh makes for a great (if not a little exposed) walk or ride with magnificent views. …

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23.5 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.59 km

6.98 km

6.20 km

1.61 km

729 m

369 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

7.20 km

3.41 km

596 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

13°C

5°C

57 %

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View of Loch Lomond – View of Loch Lomond loop from Rhu

Henry Bell Monument

It's a Path, Not a Destination Sculpture

Start of the John Muir Way, Helensburgh

View of Helensburgh and the Firth of Clyde

View of Loch Lomond

View of Loch Lomond

Old Luss Road

Helensburgh Pier

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