Mugdock Country Park from Milngavie
Start along the West Highland Way into ancient woods, castle ruins and lochs on Glasgow's northern edge.
- Distance
- 10.3 km
- Ascent
- 180 m
- Time
- 2.5–3.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 171 m
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About this walk
Mugdock Country Park from Milngavie is a moderate 10.3 km circular walk with 180 m of ascent, taking 2.5 to 3.5 hours. It starts at Milngavie station (grid reference NS 555 744). The start can be reached by public transport.
Milngavie is the start of the West Highland Way, and this walk follows the first few kilometres of it along the Allander Water before turning into Mugdock Country Park. Mugdock Wood is ancient oak and birch woodland, carpeted with bluebells in late spring.
In the park you pass the ruins of Mugdock Castle, a stronghold of the Grahams, beside Mugdock Loch, and the shell of Craigend Castle, before returning to Milngavie. Paths are good, but some can be muddy.
Route
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1
The West Highland Way
Walk from the station through the town to the start of the West Highland Way and follow it along the Allander Water.
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Mugdock Wood
Climb gently through Mugdock Wood and on to Mugdock Loch and the castle ruins.
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Craigend and back
Continue to Craigend Castle and the visitor centre, then return south to Milngavie.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Mugdock Country Park from Milngavie take?
- Most walkers take 2.5–3.5 hours for the 10.3 km route, which has 180 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 Milngavie station (grid reference NS 555 744). Car park by the station; car parks in Mugdock Country Park.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Trains from Glasgow Queen Street to Milngavie (about 25 minutes). Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. Good paths and tracks through woods and parkland; some muddy sections and gentle climbs.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Livestock graze some fields: keep dogs on a lead near them.
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