Croy to Falkirk

Summary

The fourth stage of the John Muir Way starts with a short climb to Croy Hill which as well as being the site of a Roman fort has great views towards the Campsie Fells. After following the line of the Antonine Wall for a short section, the route picks up the Forth and Clyde Canal towpath which is followed to Bonnybridge then the spectacular Falkirk Wheel before the route leaves the canal before rejoining it to reach Falkirk High Station where the stage ends. Falkirk has all facilities.

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Grade (key)

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Bog Factor (key)

  • 3.5/5

Rating

Terrain

Grassy path on Croy Hill, sometimes muddy, canal tow path to Falkirk.

Public Transport

Train at Croy and Falkirk, bus at Falkirk and Bonnybridge.

Start

Croy. Open in Google Maps.

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