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Carron Valley Forest


(Average user rating4 unrated 3.3/5)

About Carron Valley Forest

Please note, the Cannonball MTB trail will be closed from mid February until end of March for trail upgrading. (Updated 7th February 2012)

Get a taste of the Highlands in this large forest on the shores of the Carron Valley reservoir. The forest is dominated by the distinctive peak of the Meikle Bin which rewards walkers with a panoramic view over the valley and the whole of central Scotland.

Amongst the wildlife you could see at Carron Valley look out for Black Grouse.

Enjoy a picnic by the riverside.

The toilet facilities at the site have recently been upgraded, however, the toilet block is currently closed due to burst pipes.

Accessibility

One of the walking trails at Carron Valley is featured on the Phototrails website:

The site provides accessibility information on a network of woodland paths and trails, allowing people to make informed choices about which sites to visit.

 

How to get there:

Denny, Fintry, Kilsyth, and Stirling are the nearest towns or villages.

The forest is reached by taking the B818 west from Denny.

OS Grid Reference: NS723838
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com

Start your visit from:

Carron Valley Car-park
Blackcocks lekking

Facilities:

ToiletsInformationParking

Activities:

CyclingWalkingHorse RidingWildlife Activities

Contact:

Scottish Lowlands Office

01555 660190
e-mail: scottishlowlands@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

User Comments

1 Star 1 Star

Having been going upto Carron Dam since a wee boy and now in mid fifties dont think will be back !!! because of some (not all) mountain bikers since the turn of the year have nearly been hit about 6 times by irresponsible bikers who think they are the only ones there.If it was a kid on a horse there could have been a very nasty incident This is a small minority who are causing havoc. They are wasting this forest for families just wanting to introduce kids to the outdoors Please guys think about other people not just YOUR enjoyment.

Ian from Bonnybridge, 22/Jan/2012

There are designated mountain biking trails that are not for use by walkers or other users. If the mountain bikers are using other trails, please take this up with the team at the local district office (you can get them on 01877 382383

Forestry Commission Response
4 Stars 4 Stars

trails are good but could be doing with at least another 2 especially a short cut back up to the runway,would be great to make this a mini glentress.

gary hamilton, 1/Feb/2011
4 Stars 4 Stars

Been going to CV for the last 3+ years, it's great to have a trail centre nearby, albeit it smaller than most, to save a 60+ mile trip to Tweed Valley. I usually do 3 complete loops, and by the 3rd time round it can be getting a bit "samey" as a regular - the potential for upgrading the trails to 20km or so and investment in a cafe / facilities would surely be more of a draw for those from further afield. Keep up the good work, thanks!!

Al Hunter, 30/Jan/2011
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What's of interest

You don't have to leave central Scotland to get the feel of the Highlands. Enjoy views of the Meikle Bin and keep your eyes open for osprey, pine marten, red squirrel, wildcat and red deer!

Download the Carron Valley Trails map (PDF 1.4Mb).


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