Trip report by BestHike editor Rick McCharles
The best hike directly out of Stirling, Scotland is circumambulating the famed castle.
“Gateway to the Highlands”.
The Circular is short and easy. In fact, I did it twice. Once in the late afternoon. Again early morning next day.
This is the AllTrails Stirling Castle Circular walk.
- 4.3km
- 116m elevation
- visit the evocative graveyards
- stay on the trail as there are a number of local plants that poke and sting
This is a lovely route, visiting Stirling Castle and the surrounding woodland and hill slope, offering a glimpse of Scottish history and wonderful views.
This trail starts from Stirling railway station and leads you through town and into the woodland on the hill slope atop which is Stirling Castle.
Follow this path around the castle, where if you look up, you’ll see the castle towering above atop the cliffs from between the trees.
Eventually, the path opens up and leads you to the Beheading Stone, where executions would take place.
This spot overlooks River Forth and offers great views of the Wallace Monument and the Ochil Hills.
Partly retrace your steps to continue around the hill, heading up to the Ballengeich Cemetery and Stirling Castle.
You’ll pass by the Robert the Bruce statue guarding the castle car park.
That’s the William Wallace National Monument in the distance.
…. Stirling is a wonderful town to explore, with plenty of cute shops, cafes, and pubs around to visit after your walk.
Of course you should also visit the Castle. 😀
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