One of Clackmannanshire's greatest natural assets are the Ochil Hills, which stretch 20 kilometers from Blairlogie to Yetts of Muckhart.  With peaks at over 2,000 feet, there are splendid views across Central Scotland and to the north from the summits. If your not interested in climbing high but like the idea of seeing some stunning scenery, a walk up any one of the Glens along established tracks and paths, will bring ample rewards.  Remember to wear suitable footwear, take extra care in wet weather, and follow the Outdoor Access Code.

Alva Glen

Alva Glen offers easy walking in spectacular and beautiful surroundings, and  within an area of both historical and cultural significance.  The paths are accessible from the carpark, and lead up along the deep gorge and fast flowing waters that supplied the former textile mills.

Much work is taking place to preserve the natural heritage of Alva Glen, the Alva Glen Heritage Trust is a volunteer organisation committed to safeguarding and improving the Glen's matural and cultural heritage.  

OS Map: Explorer 366, Stirling and Ochil Hills West

Ben Cleuch

The highest peak in the Ochils is an obvious attraction, and Ben Cleuch at xx attracts hill walkers from far and wide. Leaving Alva, you will follow the route to the Nebit, following tracks alongside Silver Glen heading north eastwards to Ben Ever. After this point, the route to the summit steepens considerably. Once you have reached the summit, you can then take the route down to The Law, which drops steeply to Mill Glen.

OS Map: Explorer 366, Stirling and Ochil Hills West 

Dollar Glen

Dollar Glen is an impressive network of paths, which meander around the imposing structure of Castle Campbell, (which is open to visitors) and to the north, access onto the open hillside of Glen Devon. 

OS Map: Explorer 366, Stirling and Ochil Hills West

Mill Glen

An impressive and beautiful glen which is accessed from the top of Upper Mill Street, Tillicoultry. The paths take you through woodland onto an open hillside, leading past a large quarry alongside fast flowing waters which powered the former textile mills.   At the top of the Glen, there once stood Pictish fort, of which it is said. that the stones of the fortress were taken 9 miles to be added to Stirling Castle. The path down is easy to follow; winding back and forth on footbridges over the burn, past the quarry and emerging close to the start.

*Due to a high risk of rock fall in the Tillicoultry Glen path adjacent to the quarry, we are advising visitors to use the alternative path to the east of the glen to access the Ochil Hills. (Update: February 2011)

OS Map: Explorer 366, Stirling and Ochil Hills West

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