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Balcary Tower loop from Auchencairn Wood

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Balcary Tower loop from Auchencairn Wood

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Balcary Tower loop from Auchencairn Wood

01:10

4.32km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

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1.54 km

Balcary Tower

Highlight • Monument

This charming 19th-century tower is perched on the edge of the beautiful Scottish shoreline overlooking Solway Firth and Hestan Island. You can see the top of the tower from the …

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View of the Solway Firth, Auchencairn Bay and Hestan Island

Highlight (Segment) • Beach

Along this coastal path, you can enjoy sensational views out to Solway Firth, Auchencairn Bay, and Hestan Island. There really is an abundance of excellent vistas, so enjoy!

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4.32 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.05 km

1.23 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.41 km

1.23 km

646 m

< 100 m

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Monday 18 May

13°C

9°C

95 %

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Balcary Tower loop from Auchencairn Wood

Balcary Tower

View of the Solway Firth, Auchencairn Bay and Hestan Island

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