This short loop takes in the new paths and boardwalks at RSPB Black Devon, as well as a route to the new viewing structure. The majority of the path is packed gravel, with two boardwalks, making it easy and accessible to walk. There are multiple gates throughout the route.

Surveyed by: Nicholas Reid, May 2017 (Spring)
Accessibility Rating: 2
Distance: 2.3 km

Public Transport: Alloa is easily accessible by train from Stirling, as well as by bus. It is a 10/15 minute walk from the train station and bus arrival points to the start of the walk
Car Park: A small residential car park near the start, with on street parking also available nearby. Please remember this is a residential area, so park responsibly.
Steps: No
Barriers: No
Toilets: No

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Start of the route is through the this gate, 580mm width.

Gravel, but sometimes mud if there has been heavy rain. There are a couple of small dips on either side but are easily noticeable and avoidable. 2500-2700mm width.

Gate can be quite heavy, swings closed behind. 1500mm width.

Packed gravel, 2100mm width.

Gate can be quite heavy, swings closed behind. 1500mm width.

1350mm width for access to boardwalk.

Plastic boardwalk. 1350mm width Boards are 220mm thick with 15mm gaps. Some grass grows through the gaps which could pose a tripping hazard. Small puddles can form at edges, but the boardwalk is slip-proof.

Boardwalk ends at bird viewing structure. Seats available inside. Gravel flooring.

After visiting the viewing structure return back up the boardwalk and take a right turn to continue the walk.

Gravel surface. 2100mm width. This section of the route contains a shorter boardwalk of the same dimensions of the earlier one.

1350mm width. Take a right turn after this to follow the route.

Gate can be quite heavy, swings closed behind. 1500mm width.

Mud and larger stones on the path. Puddles form either side after heavy rain.

Follow the path back to near the gate at point 3, taking a right to return to the starting point and finish the route.