Walks & Cycle Routes
Angus is rewarding territory for the relaxed rambler or serious hiker, and the casual or sporting cyclist. Public agencies and private landowners have collaborated on projects such as the Eastern Cairngorms Access Project, and the Angus Path Network.
The suggested routes and access information shown here are only a selection of the many lovely routes around the county. Maps to look at (for Glens routes in particular) are OS Explorer 1:25000 map sheet numbers 381, 388, 389, and 395. For the more adventurous cyclist, routes following the old drove routes over the hills, and alongside the rivers, follow in the footsteps of the countrypeople and the cattle they drove to market each year.
See also our links to Outdoor Access Scotland for information on rights and responsibilities when enjoying the countryside and also our Walking pages.
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Longer Distance; Moderate; Nature/Country route
Superb panoramic views from the monument.
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All Abilities; Easy; Town/Culture Route
Two and a quarter mile walk from Arbroath Harbour to Dowrie.
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All Abilities; Moderate; Nature/Country route
Extension of Seaton Cliffs walk.
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Longer Distance
Hard 17 mile cycle from Kirriemuir to Balintore Castle.
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All Abilities; Easy; Nature/Country route; Town/Culture Route
Walk around the northern edge of Brechin.
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Countryside walk in the Angus area.
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All Abilities; Moderate; Nature/Country route
The circuit linksm a number of paths and minor roads around the slopes of Burghill.
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All Abilities; Moderate; Nature/Country route
Walk in Caddam Wood
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There are two cycle routes from Carnoustie Caravan Park which provide 14 and 6 mile circuits respectively of Carnoustie and its surrounding area.
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