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8.9km

Loss Burn — 8.9 km Running Route

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Loss Burn is a 8.9 km (5.5 miles) loop in Menstrie, Scotland: hilly, with 334 m of climb, on trail ground.

334 mAscent
Paved5%Paved
4/5Hilly
Loss Burn running route
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Location: Menstrie, Scotland

Challenge yourself on this demanding 8.9km loop around Menstrie, Scotland. Starting conveniently from Ochil Road, you'll tackle a significant 334m of ascent as you navigate the hills encircling Menstrie Burn and Loss Burn. With 50% of the route paved, it offers a good balance of forgiving surfaces and steeper sections.

This route is ideal for runners looking to build strength and endurance, or those preparing for a trail race with considerable elevation gain. The varied terrain and consistent uphill sections make it a fantastic option for an intense training run within a picturesque, albeit hilly, Scottish landscape.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 8.9 km loop in Menstrie, Scotland with around 334 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Yes. It rates 4 out of 5 on our hill scale — a hilly route with sustained climbing. About 37 metres of climb per kilometre, 334 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's an off-road route — trail shoes are recommended and underfoot can be soft or rocky in places.

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