Kilpatrick Braes | Woodlands
District: Clydebank | Postcode: G60 5HN | Walk Type: Big Adventure
97ha with spectacular views over Glasgow and the River Clyde, and onto the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs.
Diverse habitats, moorland, woodland and scrub, particularly birds with south facing slopes.
Amazing views
Mosaic of dry heath, acid grassland and patches of wet heath over hills, with open broadleaved woodland developing across southfacing slopes.
Excellent connectivity On the southern lip of the Kilpatrick Hills and with Hawcraigs and Glenarbuck SSSI. Moderate 3. Reason For Selection Diverse habitat structure for common wildlife on south-facing slopes.
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What to bring with you
Medium size backpack | Walking shoes/boots | Food & Water | First Aid Kit/Plasters | Shower/Raincoat | Spare socks | Compass
Start and Finish Points
By foot from Kilpatrick train station, at the end of the platform turn right into Station Road and follow under the A82. Follow the road while it bends to the left and take the first right road to Loch Humphrey and follow this road. The braes will be on the right hand side of the road at Gavinburn Cottages. By vehicle from Dumbarton Road (A814) turn into Station Road at Old Kilpatrick and follow the road under the A82 until you see the car park. Once parked follow the by foot directions.
Other Information
Forestry Commission
Extensive background information - Visit Website
West Dunbartonshire Council
Extensive background information from West Dunbartonshire Council: Visit Website
Core path access to and within the Braes from West Dunbartonshire Council: Visit Website
Condition
The site is isolated amongst housing and poorly connected, with poor ground flora.
How can we help
Explore and take notes on the local wildlife and surroundings
Make plans for the preservation of the life there
Create a list of suggestions on potential improvements
Map out an Entry Point for the location
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