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Kilpatrick Hills

Range Of Mountains, Range Of Hills in Dunbartonshire

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Kilpatrick Hills

Spillway channel outlet, Greenside Reservoir, Dunbartonshire When the reservoir is at capacity, excess water flows down the spillway channel from the top right of the photo and through the outlet into the Loch Humphrey Burn.
Spillway channel outlet, Greenside Reservoir, Dunbartonshire Credit: Claire Pegrum

The Kilpatrick Hills, located in Dunbartonshire, Scotland, are a range of hills that stretch across an area of approximately 17 square miles. The hills are situated about 8 miles northwest of Glasgow and offer stunning views of the Clyde Estuary and the surrounding countryside.

The highest peak in the Kilpatrick Hills is Doughnot Hill, which stands at an elevation of 1,393 feet. This makes it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts looking to explore the area. The hills are also home to a variety of wildlife, including red deer, foxes, and a wide array of bird species.

The landscape of the Kilpatrick Hills is characterized by a mixture of craggy peaks, heather-covered moorland, and dense forests. Several walking trails traverse the area, allowing visitors to explore the hills at their own pace. The most well-known trail is the John Muir Way, which passes through the hills on its journey from Helensburgh to Falkirk.

In addition to its natural beauty, the Kilpatrick Hills also hold historical significance. At the foot of the hills lies the remains of the Antonine Wall, a Roman fortification built in the 2nd century AD. This UNESCO World Heritage Site provides insight into Scotland's ancient past and attracts history enthusiasts from around the world.

Overall, the Kilpatrick Hills in Dunbartonshire offer a diverse range of landscapes and activities for visitors to enjoy. Whether it's hiking, wildlife spotting, or exploring historical sites, this range of hills has something to offer for everyone.

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Kilpatrick Hills Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.957923/-4.4477759 or Grid Reference NS4776. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Spillway channel outlet, Greenside Reservoir, Dunbartonshire When the reservoir is at capacity, excess water flows down the spillway channel from the top right of the photo and through the outlet into the Loch Humphrey Burn.
Spillway channel outlet, Greenside Reservoir, Dunbartonshire
When the reservoir is at capacity, excess water flows down the spillway channel from the top right of the photo and through the outlet into the Loch Humphrey Burn.
Dennistoun's Craigs from the SE From the forest break south of Kilmannan Reservoir.
Dennistoun's Craigs from the SE
From the forest break south of Kilmannan Reservoir.
Spout of the Three Marches "A waterfall on the Little Saughen Brae Burn. At this point three Laird's lands met at one time, hence the name" [OS Object Name Book (late 19th century)]. In his book "The Waterfalls of Scotland" (1987), Louis Stott comments that "the burn comes to life with a five metre leap", and that the three estates meeting here were Wester Cameron (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3355569">NS4583 : Wester Cameron Farm</a>), Strathleven (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1058768">NS3978 : Strathleven House</a>) and Aucheneck (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3620932">NS4883 : Aucheneck House</a>). See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2940310">NS4778 : Spout of the Three Marches</a> for another view. For a more distant view providing some context, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2940283">NS4778 : Spout of the Three Marches</a>. One mile to the north-east, there used to be another waterfall called the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2940257">NS4879 : Spout of the White Horse</a>; there is still a cascade of sorts there, but the area was greatly changed when a reservoir was built nearby.
Spout of the Three Marches
"A waterfall on the Little Saughen Brae Burn. At this point three Laird's lands met at one time, hence the name" [OS Object Name Book (late 19th century)]. In his book "The Waterfalls of Scotland" (1987), Louis Stott comments that "the burn comes to life with a five metre leap", and that the three estates meeting here were Wester Cameron (NS4583 : Wester Cameron Farm), Strathleven (NS3978 : Strathleven House) and Aucheneck (NS4883 : Aucheneck House). See NS4778 : Spout of the Three Marches for another view. For a more distant view providing some context, see NS4778 : Spout of the Three Marches. One mile to the north-east, there used to be another waterfall called the NS4879 : Spout of the White Horse; there is still a cascade of sorts there, but the area was greatly changed when a reservoir was built nearby.
Spout of the Three Marches The spout is a waterfall on the Little Saughen Brae Burn. The present photograph is a distant view intended mainly to provide some context. For a better view of the falls, and for more information, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2940274">NS4778 : Spout of the Three Marches</a>.
Spout of the Three Marches
The spout is a waterfall on the Little Saughen Brae Burn. The present photograph is a distant view intended mainly to provide some context. For a better view of the falls, and for more information, see NS4778 : Spout of the Three Marches.
Spout of the Three Marches This is a five-metre waterfall on the Little Saughen Brae Burn. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2940274">NS4778 : Spout of the Three Marches</a> for an explanation of its name, and for further details.
Spout of the Three Marches
This is a five-metre waterfall on the Little Saughen Brae Burn. See NS4778 : Spout of the Three Marches for an explanation of its name, and for further details.
Track towards Loch Humphrey dam Icy access track to Loch Humphrey dam with Fynloch Hill (in the top left) and Duncolm (top right) visible beyond the reservoir.
Track towards Loch Humphrey dam
Icy access track to Loch Humphrey dam with Fynloch Hill (in the top left) and Duncolm (top right) visible beyond the reservoir.
Greenside Reservoir Dam Wall Looking along Greenside Reservoir Dam to the East side of The Slacks
Greenside Reservoir Dam Wall
Looking along Greenside Reservoir Dam to the East side of The Slacks
Greenside Reservoir The Loch Humphrey Burn and Service road to Greenside Reservoir from the Dam wall.
Greenside Reservoir
The Loch Humphrey Burn and Service road to Greenside Reservoir from the Dam wall.
Duncolm View to Duncolm my destination by bike.
Duncolm
View to Duncolm my destination by bike.
Duncolm Summit Duncolm trig point after a slog/push to the top by bike,return journey down the Loch Humphrey Road was amazing and quick.
Duncolm Summit
Duncolm trig point after a slog/push to the top by bike,return journey down the Loch Humphrey Road was amazing and quick.
Cochno Loch A very small island at the far end of the loch.
Cochno Loch
A very small island at the far end of the loch.
Cochno Hill Summit Cairn An excellent view beyond towards Glasgow.
Cochno Hill Summit Cairn
An excellent view beyond towards Glasgow.
Greenside Reservoir The scar on the hillside on the far side of the reservoir shows the construction of a track or road.
Greenside Reservoir
The scar on the hillside on the far side of the reservoir shows the construction of a track or road.
Greenside Reservoir Dam Viewed from the steep path descending from Cochno Hill. The ridged land beyond the reservoir is 'The Slacks'.
Greenside Reservoir Dam
Viewed from the steep path descending from Cochno Hill. The ridged land beyond the reservoir is 'The Slacks'.
Track to Greenside Reservoir Loch Humphrey Burn flows in the valley to the right of the track. There is also a good view towards Glasgow with many of its tower blocks clearly visible.
Track to Greenside Reservoir
Loch Humphrey Burn flows in the valley to the right of the track. There is also a good view towards Glasgow with many of its tower blocks clearly visible.
Loch Lomond from northwest of Fyn Loch Loch Lomond and surrounding hills from northwest of Fyn Loch. In the foreground is the Forest of Knockupple.
Loch Lomond from northwest of Fyn Loch
Loch Lomond and surrounding hills from northwest of Fyn Loch. In the foreground is the Forest of Knockupple.
Tracks in the Kilpatricks
Tracks in the Kilpatricks
Power lines across the Kilpatricks
Power lines across the Kilpatricks
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Kilpatrick Hills is located at Grid Ref: NS4776 (Lat: 55.957923, Lng: -4.4477759)

Unitary Authority: West Dunbartonshire

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

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