Windy Hill, Muirshiel
A short climb from the Muirshiel visitor centre to a fine viewpoint over the moors of Clyde Muirshiel.
- Distance
- 2.1 km
- Ascent
- 110 m
- Time
- 0.5–1 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 316 m
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About this walk
Windy Hill, Muirshiel is an easy 2.1 km out-and-back walk with 110 m of ascent, taking 0.5 to 1 hours. It starts at Muirshiel Visitor Centre (grid reference NS 311 631).
Muirshiel is the wild heart of Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park. From the visitor centre a short path climbs through the woods and onto the open moor to Windy Hill, with views across the Renfrewshire Heights and, on a clear day, to the islands of the Clyde.
Hen harriers hunt over these moors, so keep an eye out.
Route
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1
Through the woods
Follow the waymarked path from the visitor centre up through the trees.
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2
To the top
Continue onto the open moor and climb to Windy Hill's summit. Return the same way.
Summit
Windy Hill
316 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Windy Hill, Muirshiel take?
- Most walkers take 0.5–1 hours for the 2.1 km route, which has 110 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 Muirshiel Visitor Centre (grid reference NS 311 631). Free car park at the end of the road from Lochwinnoch.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Woodland path, then a moorland path; wet in places.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Ground-nesting birds in spring and early summer: keep dogs on a short lead.
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