Ruchill Park Flagpole Glasgow

Panoramic Viewpoint Glasgow

Fraser from Glasgow

"Ruchill Park is a hidden park. Locals come here for peaceful walks, frisbee golf, and stunning views of Glasgow stretching to the northern mountains."

Ruchill Park is one of Glasgow's most overlooked parks, about 20 minutes walk from the closest two subway stations (Hillhead and Kelbinbridge), the park provides excellent green space for walking, communal frisbee golf nets and an epic 360⁰ view of the surrounding areas.

On the ascent up to the viewpoint from the park, the footpath turns into a spiraling climb, surrounded by trees, up a steep hill with a bench at the top of it alongside the flagpole. From here you can see all the way to the buildings of the city centre, across the west end of Glasgow and into the mountains north of Glasgow.

I love this spot because it reminds me of what a vast and diverse city Glasgow is, and it is rare to be able to see so far in a city with areas that are so built up.

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Glasgow Spotter Fraser

Hello! My name is Fraser, I am 27 years old and a proud, Scottish resident of Glasgow. I am an energetic, outgoing person who loves to connect with nature. Whilst not on one of my enlightening walks, I love to play basketball, wakeboard and surf. I also like to travel, exploring new places and taking photos. I have experienced so much since moving to Glasgow. One thing that's abundantly clear is that it's the people that really make this city great. Glaswegians are nothing if not proud of their City. They are kind and concerned for anyone in need of a helping hand, people from all...

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Mar 19, 2025

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