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Highland Boundary Fault Trail


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About Highland Boundary Fault Trail

The Highland Boundary Fault was formed 390 million years ago. It traverses Scotland from Arran to Stonehaven, and is most noticeable for the change in topography from the lowlands in the south-east, to the highlands in the north-west. The fault line can be clearly seen at Loch Lomond stretching along Conic Hill, and back across the islands of Inchmurrin, Creinch, Torrinch and Inchcailloch.

The Highland Boundary Fault trail starts from the car park at the David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre. It combines information on the geology of the area with a walk in the forest and a number of excellent scenic features. Part of the trail follows the route of the old gravity railway that was used to transport limestone extracted from the quarry, located near the top of Lime Craig, via wagons down to the valley floor.

Following the viewpoint marker post, a short detour leads to an outstanding panoramic view from the top of Lime Craig. On a fine day Ben Lomond, Ben Venue and Ben Ledi are clearly visible, while Ben More and Stob Binnein can be seen in the distance. Looking south-west towards Glasgow, the Campsie Fells and Dumgoyne can also be seen.

How to get there:

Highland Boundary Fault Trail can be started from David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre in Achray Forest which is part of Queen Elizabeth Forest Park. Aberfoyle is the nearest town or village.

From Glasgow follow the A81 north to Aberfoyle.

From Stirling follow the A84(T), A873 then A81 west to Aberfoyle.

From Callander follow the A81 south to Aberfoyle, or for a more scenic route the A821 via the Trossachs.

The Visitor Centre is a mile north of Aberfoyle on the A821 (Dukes Pass).

OS Grid Reference: NN520014
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com

You can also access this trail through Duke's Pass.

Wildlife

Mammals: We have information about Red squirrel, Red deer and Roe deer

Birds: We have information about Osprey

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BEN A'AN AND ACHRAY FOREST FROM DUKES PASS

David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre Facilities.
ToiletsParking ChargeInformationEasy AccessVisitor CentreRefreshmentsForest ShopOther Facilities
Grade of trail:
Hill-walking boots or similarDemanding
Trail waymarking:
blue
Length of trail:
4.5 miles
Approximate time of trail:
3hours 15mins
Open or closed:
open
Click here to find out what else you can do in this forest.

Contact:

Recreation Team
Cowal & Trossachs
01877 382383
e-mail: cowal&trossachs

User Comments

5 Stars 5 Stars

Not an easy walk but well worth it for the viewpoint (bit of a steep climb up a small path). The route is well marked and easy to follow, with David Marshall Lodge as a starting/finishing point. Great walk to do if you're feeling fit!

The Pink Hiker, 3/Sep/2012
5 Stars 5 Stars

Phenomenal views from the viewpoint although I wouldn't recommend the full walk for anyone unsure of their fitness level!

Anonymous, 25/Apr/2011
5 Stars 5 Stars

done this walk yesterday was a very tough walk for unfit people but excellent!!! amazing views from the highest point of this walk! definetly worth doing it.

claire gebretsadik, 26/Mar/2011
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