View of Loch Lomond – Conic Hill loop from Buchanan Smithy

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View of Loch Lomond – Conic Hill loop from Buchanan Smithy

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View of Loch Lomond – Conic Hill loop from Buchanan Smithy

01:39

13.5km

330m

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

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Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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538 m

Garadhban

Forest

1.27 km

View of Loch Lomond

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First View of Loch Lomond on the West Highland Way.

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4.83 km

This is a charming little footbridge across the Burn of Mar. It features on both the West Highland Way and a popular ascent route to the wonderful Conic Hill, which is just a short, uphill hike to the west.

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6.11 km

View of Loch Lomond

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The long slog - hike a bike - up the side of Conic Hill from the south east is worth it for the singletrack around the flanks of the hill …

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6.16 km

Conic Hill

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Conic Hill is a 361-meter high hill on the West Highland Way near Balmaha. The short, but partially steep ascent is rewarded with a magnificent panorama: Loch Lomond with its …

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6.22 km

View of Loch Lomond from Conic Hill

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Once you've crested the top of Conic Hill you're rewarded with this magnificent view of Loch Lomond and the mountains beyond. Of course, if it's raining you'll not see any …

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6.37 km

View of the Summit of Conic Hill

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From up here I have a fantastic view of Loch Lomond.

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6.75 km

View of Loch Lomond from Conic Hill

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Beautiful view of Loch Lomond and the Highlands. Especially for hikers of the 'West Highland Way' makes a nice prelude to the desire for the following days.

Sometimes it can …

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