Palacerigg Country Park
Enjoy miles of walking and cycling trails through this large country park in Cumbernauld.
This previously uninspiring area has been transformed with the planting of thousands of native trees and shrubs.
The park is now a haven for wildlife attracting roe deer, badger, fox and hare. Birdwatchers should look out for sparrowhawk, kestrel, long-eared and short-eared owl.
Palacerigg also has a collection of rare breed animals including Eriskay ponies, North Ronaldsay sheep, Shetland cattle, Guernsey goats and Tamworth pigs.
In the park you can follow 10km of nature trails which will take you through the grassland, moorland and woodland of the park. There are also water features to enjoy with several ponds and the picturesque Fannyside Lochs on the eastern side of the park. You can find out more about the trails and guided walks at the countryside ranger service within the park. Other facilities include a field archery course, golf course, children's play area, gift shop, cafe and picnic sites.
Palacerigg is located less than half an hour's drive from Glasgow, Motherwell, Stirling or Falkirk.
Postcode
G67 3HU - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsPalacerigg Country Park Ordnance Survey Map 
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Pubs/Cafes
The park includes a nice on site cafe where you can enjoy some refreshment after your exercise.
Dog Walking
The park is a fine place for a dog walk so you'll probably see other owners on your visit. You may want to put them on leads near the deer.
Further Information and Other Local Ideas
To continue your walking in Lanarkshire head towards Bathgate where you can explore Polkemmet Country Park. You could also pick up the Airdrie to Bathgate Cycle Path and visit Hillend Reservoir.
A few miles to the west there's Broadwood Loch in Westfield. There's a nice circular trail here with views over the water to the Campsie Fells.
To the north in Kilsyth there's Banton Loch on the Colzium Estate. The estate also includes the ruins of the 16th century castle, a visitor centre, a garden cafe and a walled garden.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Entrance to the park. Palacerigg is located on a hillside overlooking Cumbernauld in North Lanarkshire.
Palacerigg Country Park. This country park on the southern outskirts of Cumbernauld was created in 1974 in an area which was an upland farm, It is now home to a rare breeds farm, education centre, nature trails and a treetop walkway through a forest planted since the park was created.
Bridge in the woods. A thick carpet of tree debris covers the ground in this glade.
Sika stag
Gohbar Pond
Fannyside Loch, Cumbernauld. The site has many great walks through the surrounding woodland and around the two lochs. This view is near the west end of the larger loch.
Glencryan Dam. This reservoir the result of the damming of the Glencryan burn which flows from the direction of Palacerigg. It is located above the mine adit and has a sluice to the S.W. side which regulates the level of the water. It was likely used as a water supply for the mining operations.
Station Pond near Fannyside. Just north of the old and dismantled Palacerigg Railway is Station Pond. Perhaps used as a source of water for the old steam locomotives?