River Garnock – Ardrossan South Beach loop from Irvine

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River Garnock – Ardrossan South Beach loop from Irvine

Hard

4.5

(2)

hikers

River Garnock – Ardrossan South Beach loop from Irvine

07:01

27.6km

70m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.22 km

Seagate Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Seagate Castle is a ruined 16th-century tower and town house in the heart of Irvine. It is recorded on the plaque at the entrance that Mary, Queen of Scots, stayed …

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5.02 km

River Garnock

Highlight (Segment) • River

The River Garnock, the smallest of Ayrshire's six principal rivers, has its source on the southerly side of the Hill of Stake in the heart of the Clyde Muirshiel Regional …

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11.8 km

Ardrossan South Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Coming out of ardrossan towards seamill the path has been widend which is encourging more cars to park up onto the verge.

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13.8 km

Saltcoats Bathing Pond

Highlight • Structure

Once considered Scotland's finest outdoor pool, Saltcoats Bathing Pond was built on the site of former saltpans in 1932. It has now been restored as a tidal pool to attract wild swimmers.

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16.8 km

Stevenston Beach Local Nature Reserve

Highlight • Beach

Stevenston Beach is a Local Nature Reserve due to it containing one of the most dynamic dune systems in Ayrshire. The dunes are home to rare vegetation such as Babington's …

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27.6 km

End point

Train Station

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