(S/E) From the information board at the back (north side) of Balmaha Car Park, follow the track into the forest, turning right (East) at the fork.
(1) At another fork 300m along, take the path on the left (North) leading uphill.
(2) Follow this very well worn path (built into the hillside like steps) for 1km (up to 200m elevation) where you'll meet with another path coming in from your left. Keep right (North East) here.
(3) Another 500m along and 110m of ascent later, the path will split. The left continues round the side of the hill and the right heads steeply uphill. Take the path on the right to reach the summit of Conic Hill. This last part is steep and requires some scrambling.
(4) From the summit you will see many tracks leading down the hillside. Take the one which leads south-west over the ridge in the direction of Loch Lomond, running parallel to your ascent path. It will lead you downhill over several rounded hilltops, joining back up with the main path after approx 1km.
Once you reach the main path retrace your steps to Balmaha Car Park (S/E)