Scotland National Cycle Network closures and diversions
We encourage local authorities and other statutory bodies responsible for land traversed by the National Cycle Network to use their powers to keep National Cycle Network routes open, free from obstruction and well maintained.
Where routes are temporarily closed we ask that they make appropriate arrangements, including appropriate directional signage, and that they provide information to the public both before and during the work.
If we are notified we do our best to help by listing issues on this page and linking to the information they provide.
Please let us know of any significant route diversions or closures not mentioned below by emailing us at scotland@sustrans.org.uk
Current closures and diversions
Kiltwalk 2025 dates are listed below. Please note that the National Cycle Network will be busy on these days and plan your route accordingly.
Glasgow - 26 and 27 April 2025
Aberdeen - 01 June 2025
Dundee – 17 August 2025
Edinburgh – 14 September 2025
Route 1: Tentsmuir Forest: Diversion due to forestry operations. Nature Scot.
Diversion: 05 February - 28 February 2025.
There is a temporary, signed diversion to National Cycle Network Route 1 to allow forestry operations to take place in Tentsmuir Forest.
Route 7: Hawkhead: Diversion due to construction works. Cruden Homes.
Diversion: March 2024 - March 2025.
Route 7 is currently diverted in Hawkhead due to a housing development in the area. Signage is in place.
Route 7: Paisley: Route will be busy during Paisley 10k Roadrace and Fun Run. One Ren.
Notice: Route will be busy on the 17 August 2025.
The National Cycle Network will be busy while the Paisley 10k Roadrace and Fun Run take place. Please expect delays.
Route 7/75: Meikleriggs to Kilmacolm: Closures due to fallen trees. Renfrewshire Council.
Closure: 27 January - 13 February 2025.
Following severe weather, Sustrans' estates team are working to clear the blockages between Meikleriggs and Kilmacolm. Sections of this route will remain closed for safety reasons until works complete.
Route 73: Arran ferry (Ardrossan to Brodick) - (Route 73 northern section, Kilmarnock - Lochranza): Caledonian MacBrayne.
Notice: Those wishing to take bikes on the Ardrossan to Brodick/Arran ferry should be aware that CalMac may limit access on particularly busy sailings. Group rides should telephone to check for details.
Route 75: East Calder: Long term closure due to housing development.
Closure: Ongoing.
Long-term path closure due to housing development, with a route realignment between Raw Holdings and East Calder Main Street. A signed diversion is in place.
Route 75: East Calder/Mid Calder: Closure of Almondell canal feeder bridge. West Lothian Council.
Closure: 8 April - 31 May 2025.
A canal crossing bridge is closed after structural issues were revealed. The council are working on a solution but the route at this location remains closed until the repair/replacement can be carried out.
Route 75: Newton: Disruption to on-road section of National Cycle Network. South Lanarkshire Council/Taylor Wimpey.
Diversion: 13 January - 20 July 2025.
There will be disruption to an on-road section of route between Newton and Uddingston while development work takes place.
Route 75: Hillend Reservoir, Caldercruix: Intermittent flooding along path, traffic-free route may be impassable following heavy rainfall.
Notice: Following heavy rainfall, users may experience intermittent flooding affecting the traffic-free stretch of National Cycle Network Route 75 bordering Hillend Reservoir in Caldercruix, North Lanarkshire (location).
Route 78/Caledonia Way: South Laggan - Cullochy Loch: long-term complete closure from 8th December 2022 - December 2024. Forestry and Land Scotland.
Closure: December 2022 - March 2025.
Due to harvesting works, the National Cycle Network route between South Laggan and Cullochy Loch (location) is currently closed with no through access. More information is available via Highland Council (link)
Route 78/Great Glen Way: SSE Coire Glas – Loch Lochy: signposted, long-term diversion in place until June 2029 to facilitate exploratory works at the hydro scheme. SSE.
Diversion: 2022 - June 2029.
A temporary diversion is in place on Route 78 at Loch Lochy whilst exploratory works are underway for Coire Glas Hydro scheme. The diversion is well signposted and suitable for walking and cycling, though some surfacing and gradients are not NCN standard.
Up-to-date information about closures and diversions along Route 754 (Forth & Clyde and Union Canal towpaths) is published on Scottish Canals' Works and Updates page (link)
Route 767: near Kincardine: Section of route temporarily closed while upgrades are made to overhead power lines. Clackmannanshire Council.
Closure: 02 April - 01 May 2025.
Transmission networks are due to carry out upgrades to overhead power lines, requiring temporary closures of the National Cycle Network in 24/25 to the north of Kincardine. There will be traffic management on-site to ensure safe passage through work area.