Loch Thom – Gryffe Reservoir loop from Kilmacolm

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Loch Thom – Gryffe Reservoir loop from Kilmacolm

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Loch Thom – Gryffe Reservoir loop from Kilmacolm

02:09

31.6km

310m

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 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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9.25 km

Gryfe Reservoir Southern Gravel Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Lovely smooth tarmac from the main road, then some undulating gravel past the lochs before rejoining a lovely single track road.

Tip by

12.0 km

Loch Thom

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely views across Loch Thom, and perfect for a little paddle if it’s warm enough! Great place for a picnic.

Tip by

15.7 km

The Kelly Cut

Highlight • Viewpoint

A nice remote path which makes it feel like you are miles from anywhere!

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15.9 km

Ardgowan Fishery Café

Highlight • Cafe

Cafe open for drinks, snacks and lunches.

Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9am–8pm
Saturday - Sunday: 8am–8pm

Tip by

20.3 km

Gryffe Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

27.6 km

Rural Road Near the River Clyde

Highlight • Trail

Quieter roads exists when you climb up on the south side of the River Clyde and ride inland. The scenery is nice. Mainly farmland

Tip by

31.3 km

Cairn, Kilmacolm

Highlight • Cafe

One of couple of cafe open during lockdown at Kilmacolm, various selection of cakes.

Tip by

31.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.5 km

5.67 km

3.90 km

1.36 km

158 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

25.6 km

5.64 km

158 m

157 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Friday 16 October

11°C

1°C

0 %

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Loch Thom – Gryffe Reservoir loop from Kilmacolm

Gryfe Reservoir Southern Gravel Trail

Loch Thom

The Kelly Cut

Ardgowan Fishery Café

Gryffe Reservoir

Rural Road Near the River Clyde

Cairn, Kilmacolm

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