Bishop's Glen, Dunoon
A wooded glen and reservoir on the edge of Dunoon, a short walk from the pier.
- Distance
- 5.3 km
- Ascent
- 140 m
- Time
- 1.5–2 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 129 m
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About this walk
Bishop's Glen, Dunoon is an easy 5.3 km circular walk with 140 m of ascent, taking 1.5 to 2 hours. It starts at Dunoon pier (grid reference NS 175 763). The start can be reached by public transport.
Bishop's Glen climbs from the back of Dunoon into the hills, following the Balgaidh Burn through woodland to the town's former reservoir, now a quiet loch ringed by trees. Paths loop round the water.
It's an easy escape from the town, with the ferry pier only a short walk away.
Route
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The glen and reservoir
Walk up through the town into the glen, loop round the reservoir, and return.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Bishop's Glen, Dunoon take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–2 hours for the 5.3 km route, which has 140 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Dunoon pier (grid reference NS 175 763). Car parks in Dunoon.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Ferries from Gourock to Dunoon. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Woodland paths and a track round the reservoir.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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