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East Ayrshire

Easy hikes and walks in East Ayrshire

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Exploring East Ayrshire on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in East Ayrshire. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: December 12, 2025

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1. Dean Castle Country Park loop

4.71km

01:16

60m

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

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2. Ness Glen Gorge

5.96km

01:37

80m

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

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3. Loudoun Hill

1.67km

00:33

70m

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

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4. View of the River Doon Ravine – Ness Glen Gorge loop from Bellsbank

4.79km

01:19

80m

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

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5. Ayr Gorge Woodlands loop from Failford

5.44km

01:29

90m

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

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6. Ness Glen Gorge – View of the River Doon Ravine loop from Bellsbank

3.11km

00:51

50m

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

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7. Longridge Plantation loop from Stewarton

6.74km

01:46

60m

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

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8. Dean Castle loop from Townholm

3.99km

01:04

50m

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

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9. Waterhaugh Braes – Craigs Wood loop from Darvel

7.38km

01:59

90m

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

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10. Lainshaw Woods loop from Stewarton

5.53km

01:27

40m

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

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Easy hikes and walks in East Ayrshire

1. Dean Castle Country Park loop

2. Ness Glen Gorge

3. Loudoun Hill

4. View of the River Doon Ravine – Ness Glen Gorge loop from Bellsbank

5. Ayr Gorge Woodlands loop from Failford

6. Ness Glen Gorge – View of the River Doon Ravine loop from Bellsbank

7. Longridge Plantation loop from Stewarton

8. Dean Castle loop from Townholm

9. Waterhaugh Braes – Craigs Wood loop from Darvel

10. Lainshaw Woods loop from Stewarton

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