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Gartcosh Local Nature Reserve

Ponds, wildflower ground and woodland make this reserve a place for family wildlife walks between Gartcosh and Glenboig. Its paths include the Ducks Walk and a cycleway towards Gartcosh station.

Before you go

The council’s listed address is by the M73, not a parking instruction. Approach on the walking links from Gartcosh or Glenboig. The reserve has more than 20 wildlife ponds.

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Plan your visit

Where
Gartcosh Local Nature Reserve, near the M73, Glenboig G69 8EY
Admission
Admission prices are unconfirmed. Check the official website.
Ages
Age guidance is not confirmed. Check the rules for your chosen visit.
Setting
outdoor
Facilities
Footpath network, Cycleway

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Sources & information

Visitor information: North Lanarkshire Council.

Map information: coordinate source. Source record: directories/local-nature-reserves/gartcosh-.

Map point: council destination point. Published source point, not a surveyed doorway or a guarantee of driving access.

Source retrieved: 2026-10-29.