The Glen Walks, Rouken Glen Park
Discover the Glen Walks beyond the main paths in park
Rouken Glen Park is a great place to visit for a walk. The main paths allow visitors to explore the waterfall, boating pond and walled garden. Beyond the main paths, the Glen Walks are well worth discovering.
About the route
| Distance | 1 mile |
| Time | 30 minutes |
| Start/Finish | Signposted from the main Rouken Glen park entrance before you come to the car park. |
| Grade | Easy to moderate |
| Local Shops | Rouken Glen Garden Centre and The Boathouse |
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Directions
The Glen River Walk has two parallel paths that sit higher up on the edge of the gorge either side of the Auldhouse Burn. Both paths are relatively easy walks. All the Glen Walks are interconnected to each other by bridges, paths and stepped areas throughout.
For a more challenging walk, try the 'Devil's Staircase' with its 100 steps. At the rear of the walled garden, go down the steep steps, cross over the bridge and follow the path along the Auldhouse Burn. This path curves through the glen leading to the Devil's Staircase. As you climb the steps, stop on the 50th step and you'll see the carved face of a devil on your right hand side.
