DISTANCE: 7 MILES/11KM
TIME: 1 HOUR
GRADE: EASY
Glasgow and over the Campsie Fells to the Southern Highlands are exemplary. As you approach Aurs Road the draw off tower at the northern side of the reservoir, which is a Grade B listed building, is particularly prominent.
2. 1 mile/1.5km Upon reaching busy Aurs Road, carefully cross here then turn left through a gate and follow the path, beside the Brock Burn, to reach a track, beside an impressive waterfall, signposted for Darnley Mill. Turn right and cycle along this superb track, next to Ryat Linn Reservoir, for around a 0.25 miles to reach a fork. Bear left, descend underneath the wonderful red brick railway viaduct and continue to reach the impressive Waulkmill Glen Reservoir. The track here swings sharply to the left, passing a draw-off tower to another fork.
3. 1.75 miles/2.75km To shorten the route and avoid the hill turn back at this point. Take the left fork and descend a solid track steeply into the fine, mixed woodland of Waulkmill Glen. Follow the track to reach a barrier, go around this and pass by a cottage. Here a single-track road leads out
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of the woodland (watch out for occasional traffic from here to Darnley) and travels through peaceful countryside. A gentle slope provides a great run, continuing for 1-mile, to reach the outskirts of Darnley. A final flat stage makes its way along a slightly busier road, passing some houses and a restaurant, to reach the A726. Carefully cross the A726 at traffic lights to reach the Darnley Sycamore.
4. 3.5 miles/5.5km To return to Balgraystone Road simply follow the same route taking into account a short, steep ascent to reach Waulkmill Reservoir.
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