Overtoun House – Black Linn Reservoir loop from Dumbarton East

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Overtoun House – Black Linn Reservoir loop from Dumbarton East

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Overtoun House – Black Linn Reservoir loop from Dumbarton East

02:08

17.3km

500m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.75 km

Overtoun House

Highlight • Cafe

Overtoun House is a 19th-century country house situated on a hill overlooking the River Clyde. The house is a good example of Scottish Baronial architecture. The house and grounds are …

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3.89 km

Downhill Trail

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3.91 km

Descent to Overtoun House

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Long descent all the way to Overtoun House. Few technical sections, small rock garden.

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4.12 km

View from the Hilltop

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If you're lucky there will be snowing

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6.07 km

View of Loch Lomond from Doughnot Hill

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6.79 km

Black Linn Reservoir

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A small reservoir and a great spot for a break before tackling Doughnot Hill

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9.28 km

Greenland Reservoir No 3

Lake

11.6 km

View of the Estuary

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easy enough walk, few wee muddy spots on track

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11.6 km

Technical Section at the Top of Lang Climb

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Loose rocks over mud in winter, loose rocks over sand in the summer. Slippery all year round.
Be mindful of hikers, visibility is obstructed by bushes at the top.

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17.3 km

End point

Train Station

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