Edzell - Gannochy - Rocks of Solitude - Gannochy - Edzell
| Distance | Approximate Time | Height Gain | OS Map |
| 10 kms | 02:30 (hrs:mins) | 30 metres | Explorer389: Forfar, Brechin & Edzell |
Description
Starting in the picturesque village of Edzell the walk follows a roadside footway to the Gannochy Bridge over the River North Esk as it passes through a deep sandstone gorge. By following the road on the north of the river leading to Tarfside and Glenesk a footpath is accessed which follows the river through the gorge again crossing the Gannochy Bridge and continuing along another footpath returning to Edzell this time on the south bank of the river gorge. This is a well visited and signposted walk with views of the gorge, river, animals and Salmon Leaps. An alternative shorter walk is achieved by taking a local Edzell Taxi to the upstream start at waymark 5, a good idea for an evening walk when time is short.
Access Info
There is limited Public transport from Montrose by Bus which psses through Brechin to Edzell but the serevice is infrequent, a car is needed unless you use a cycle. There is parking all along Edzell`s main street and various shops and facilities.
Additional Info
Other features of this walk include a nature trail and woodland.
