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Waulkmill Glen Reservoir – Ryat Linn Reservoir Waterfall loop from Barrhead

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Waulkmill Glen Reservoir – Ryat Linn Reservoir Waterfall loop from Barrhead

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Waulkmill Glen Reservoir – Ryat Linn Reservoir Waterfall loop from Barrhead

00:52

12.8km

120m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.03 km

Opened in 1848, it is part of a scheme instituted by the Gorbals Gravitation Water Company in 1846 to supply the south of Glasgow with drinking water. In 1865, these reservoirs began supplying the town of Barrhead with water.

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6.68 km

Waulkmill Glen Reservoir Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

Built in 1903 the Waulkmill Glen Reservoir Viaduct carries the main railway line across Darnley Country Park.

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6.86 km

View of Neilston Railway Viaduct

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Often you'll find opposite trains going across close to each other due to the distance from Patterton & Neilston

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7.31 km

Ryat Linn Reservoir Waterfall

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Flat tarmac for cycling and walkers

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8.25 km

Balgray Reservoir

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Balgray was built between 1860 and 1865, occupying two small valleys. It forms part of a scheme instituted by the Gorbals Gravitation Water Company in 1846 to supply the southern …

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8.25 km

Metal Gate by the Waterside Path

Highlight • Bridge

Absolutely magnificent path block.Well worth a visit.

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8.59 km

Gravel Path Around Balgray Reservoir

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This route is off road here and also later in the Dams to Darnely country park.

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12.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.83 km

4.08 km

2.73 km

640 m

383 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.30 km

4.01 km

640 m

474 m

218 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Wednesday 20 May

18°C

10°C

62 %

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Max wind speed: 25.0 km/h

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Waulkmill Glen Reservoir – Ryat Linn Reservoir Waterfall loop from Barrhead

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