Gleniffer Braes and the Glen Park dams
An easy country park walk above Paisley, with views across Glasgow to Ben Lomond.
- Distance
- 5.5 km
- Ascent
- 120 m
- Time
- 1.5–2 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 185 m
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About this walk
Gleniffer Braes and the Glen Park dams is an easy 5.5 km out-and-back walk with 120 m of ascent, taking 1.5 to 2 hours. It starts at Robertson car park, Gleniffer Road (grid reference NS 454 606). The start can be reached by public transport.
Gleniffer Braes Country Park rises above the south side of Paisley, and the braes celebrated in a song by the local poet Robert Tannahill give a view across the whole of Glasgow to Ben Lomond and the Highlands.
This walk follows paths along the top of the braes to the reservoirs of Glen Park, a peaceful spot for birdwatching.
Route
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1
Along the braes
Follow the path east from the car park along the top of the braes, with Paisley and Glasgow below.
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2
Glen Park
Continue to the Glen Park dams for a wander by the water. Head back the way you came.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Gleniffer Braes and the Glen Park dams take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–2 hours for the 5.5 km route, which has 120 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 Robertson car park, Gleniffer Road (grid reference NS 454 606). Free car park on Gleniffer Road above Paisley.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses from Paisley town centre to Glenburn, then a walk up to the braes. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Country park paths and tracks; muddy in places.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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