Routes2Ride
Paisley and Clyde Railway Path
Starting at Paisley you’ll pass the town of Johnstone, where National Routes 7 & 75 separate, and then cross attractive open country on railway path between the Bridge of Weir and Kilmacolm, before reaching Port Glasgow and Greenock on the Firth of Clyde. Ferries ply between Gourock and Dunoon, a gateway to the Cowal Peninsula area of the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. There are some steep gradients in Port Glasgow and Greenock.
Classification: Medium Distance: 21 miles
Lochwinnoch Loop Line
From Paisley Canal station the route goes to Johnstone, following the traffic-free railway path. From there it heads to Kilbarchan, Lochwinnoch and Kilbirnie, passing by three lochs and a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Castle Semple Visitor Centre is an excellent location for water sports, walks, cycling and picnics. There is wheelchair access to the whole route.
Classification: Easy Distance: 14 miles
