Finnich Glen, Glasgow: Address, Finnich Glen Reviews: 4/5
Finnich Glen
Finnich Glen
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Giuseppe Cincindella
Rosyth, UK1,577 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
This place was even better than we had thought . Little car park from which you go downhill towards the river and suddenly you find an enchanted place. We walked all around, being careful as it's very high and could be dangerous to slip down. The view is awesome. Absolutely to visit.
Written 13 December 2021
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Angus Chan
Bristol, UK65 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
The gorge is beautiful with water running through it. You can walk inside the gorge and along the water which is great fun.
I'd recommend wearing shoes although we went bare-foot. Some of the stones can be sharp or uncomfortable to walk on, and perhaps could be dangerous without shoes. The water goes up to your thigh so be prepared to get wet.
The gorge has hardly any man-made features so be prepared.
I wouldn't advise young children come or those not physically fit as it is quite a challenge.
There is quite a bit of litter however which is quite sad.
I'd recommend wearing shoes although we went bare-foot. Some of the stones can be sharp or uncomfortable to walk on, and perhaps could be dangerous without shoes. The water goes up to your thigh so be prepared to get wet.
The gorge has hardly any man-made features so be prepared.
I wouldn't advise young children come or those not physically fit as it is quite a challenge.
There is quite a bit of litter however which is quite sad.
Written 20 July 2021
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marygee261
Glasgow, UK41 contributions
Jul 2021
Not for small children , or older adults, unless physically fit. Have spare dry clothes sturdy footwear that can be soaked. ideal to wear swimwear .. cool fresh water surrounded by amazing scenery, fantastic photography opportunity, lush green nature and red stone floor with pebbles and bolders.
Written 19 July 2021
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LizzyM
1 contribution
Apr 2021 • Friends
Beautiful place but all the negatives outweigh the positives. I’m not sure how or why it has attracted the type that leave cans, bottles, socks, pants and human excrement (and swathes of used loo roll) behind. However, that’s exactly what is all around. And the stupidity of the parking. Today someone went in the deep and cold water (-5 last night), and last I heard police divers were in looking. Not a good outcome. It’s a dangerous gorge. The small area that looks like it might be for parking is not, and says ‘emergency vehicles only’ . This was ignored by visitors thus and the police, mountain rescue and fire brigade struggled for a long time gain access to the incident. Divers last seen looking. So yes, it was a beautiful place, but it’s a dangerous gorge, it’s full of Instagram pouting and posing lads & lasses, there’s little safe parking and the absolute piles of rubbish/wrappers/excrement left by some make it little more than an outside toilet. Sad but true.
Written 11 April 2021
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Kesselrun
United Kingdom7 contributions
Oct 2020 • Family
Having read some reviews we were nearly put off coming however we were so glad we came.
The descent from the top of the hill down to the river is not for the faint hearted, and then the scramble along the river front to see the beautiful waterfalls is great fun. Prepared to get a little wet but it’s not too deep.
A few tips - There is small car park at the junction but it’s gets bust so try avoid peak lunchtime ish. Wear wellies as it makes it easier to walk in the water. When you arrive ask other people how best to get to the steps that take you down to the waterfall.
Overall it was great fun and took some memorable pictures.
The descent from the top of the hill down to the river is not for the faint hearted, and then the scramble along the river front to see the beautiful waterfalls is great fun. Prepared to get a little wet but it’s not too deep.
A few tips - There is small car park at the junction but it’s gets bust so try avoid peak lunchtime ish. Wear wellies as it makes it easier to walk in the water. When you arrive ask other people how best to get to the steps that take you down to the waterfall.
Overall it was great fun and took some memorable pictures.
Written 10 October 2020
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Paul1960_4
Benfleet, UK650 contributions
Sep 2020 • Couples
We almost missed this, as there are no obvious signs. We just happened to see something the other side of the estate wall as we drive past. There’s a small lay-by, that takes 2 cars. Otherwise, there’s an area, that can take maybe a dozen cars, at what would appear to be the main entry point, right on the junction of the A809 and the B834. All entry points were locked up, but some kind soul had taken a wood and wire blockade down, just south of where the water runs under the road. Muddy, unsigned path, leads you to the “staircase,” which takes you down into the glen. Unsightly pile of rubbish which needs clearing. The stairs are not for the faint-hearted, and without the rope and tree branches would be nigh-on impossible to negotiate. Making it to the bottom was well worth it, although the water level meant you either had to wade knee-deep to the Devil’s Pulpit area, or view from afar. Other worldly experience. Well worth a look. Be careful though!!
Written 10 September 2020
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Anna V
6 contributions
Jun 2020 • Couples
This was my first time visiting Devil's pulpit, I've always wanted to go as I've always thought it looks incredible. The beauty of the place was completely detracted from the sheer amount of rubbish everywhere. I've never seen so much rubbish in a beauty spot, it was like a festival on the last night. Absolutely horrified that people could treat such a magical place with such disregard. Please if you go to spots like this can you take your rubbish/ wet socks / finished cans with you. I know it's a pain carrying it back to your car but leaving no trace is the only way spots like this can stay beautiful
Written 22 June 2020
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Shona W
Drymen, UK18 contributions
Jun 2020 • Couples
There is no official parking so forced to park on verge on a busy A road with cars travelling past at high speed - very dangerous. Access steep and slippery & incredibly busy - no social distancing. Lots of rubbish left by other visitors (& worse..! 💩) A unique place that has been spoiled by inconsiderate visitors not realising how 'wild' it truly was
Written 20 June 2020
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Wendy D
7 contributions
Jun 2020 • Couples
It is really busy, there is no where to park. People park alongside the road which is busy and dangerous. You are taking your life in your hands parking on the roadside!! There are just hundreds of people, the litter is terrible it is no longer a beauty spot but a tip. Shame but DO NOT VISIT !! Police are regularly finding people for illegal parking too so beware!
Written 20 June 2020
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Anna S
Glasgow, UK42 contributions
May 2020 • Solo
Views are great. Suggest taking a towel and beach shoes as you need to get into the water to go along the water.
It’s quite muddy, you need to take steep stairs to get down. Won’t recommend going with a child.
It’s quite muddy, you need to take steep stairs to get down. Won’t recommend going with a child.
Written 31 May 2020
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Maureen M
Glasgow, UK
Where is the best and safest place to park?
Is it suitable to take a dog too?
Thank you!
Angus Chan
Bristol, UK65 contributions
I saw some people bring dogs. The water can be very cold though.
RWMHollywood
Hollywood, Florida135 contributions
We're planning a trip for late March. How are conditions typically that time of year?
Abhishek Ray
London, UK91 contributions
Is it safe to do a solo travel without car around jan. How to reach there by public transport and any suggestions.. can't get any guided tour..
John C Hamilton
Glasgow, UK697 contributions
Yes, if weather is ok.
It’s on an irregular bus route but check out Fist Buses from Glasgow to Balfron/ Stirling.
Taxi from Milngavie is maybe an option.
It’s always busy and clear patches to where you want to get to.
Alessandrapetrini1993
22 contributions
Ma c'è un sentiero in particolare da fare o ce c'è solo uno? E se si dove inizia?? Vorrei capire dove poter arrivare in macchina e dove inizia il sentiero e soprattutto quanto dura. Grazie😊
Dario Ruggeri
Genoa, Italy78 contributions
La macchina bisogna lasciarla sulla strada in alcuni degli spiazzi laterali presenti in zona, attenzione perché in alcuni casi c’è il cartello “no parking”.
Il sentiero inizia dalla strada attraverso un piccolo varco in una recinzione, facilmente individuabile dai cartelli turistici.
Da lì si costeggia il piccolo canyon per una decina di minuti fino a trovare l’unica via che permette di scendere, una scalinata un po’ in rovina e molto scivolosa, nulla che comunque non si possa affrontare con un paio di scarponcini.
Dalla strada al fondo della gola non ci si mette più di mezz’oretta.
Lovefoodxxxx
Edinburgh2 contributions
Everyone talks about the treacherous steps going down. How do you get back up?
liz j
Ayr, UK19 contributions
The same way. There is a rope that can be used to pull yourself up should you need that in the more steep areas. I would recommend wearing good walking boots/shoes to aid your grip. Not a climb up or down for anyone with mobility issues.
Lewis M
Glasgow, UK
I just moved to Glasgow and was wondering if it's possible to drive there on a summer's evening after work and still have the time to see the place fully before it gets dark?
Paulo R
Sao Paulo, SP8 contributions
Is there any agency offering guided tours to this place starting from Glasgow? I'll be travelling alone and without a car, I'd like to visit this place with a group/company. Does anybody know one?
Thanks!
Frequently Asked Questions about Finnich Glen
- Hotels near Finnich Glen:
- (3.79 km) Mulberry Lodge
- (4.03 km) Lomond Luxury Lodges
- (4.27 km) Braeside Guest House
- (4.26 km) Kip in the Kirk
- (4.20 km) The Hawthorns
- Restaurants near Finnich Glen:
- (4.28 km) The Clachan Inn
- (4.09 km) Skoosh
- (2.96 km) The Old Mill Killearn
- (11.02 km) The Pier Kitchen, Bar and Grill
- (4.26 km) The Drymen Inn