Castle Semple Loch was part of the historic Lochwinnoch estate. It was a fishing loch and part of the wider drainage scheme that the estate owners created to improve the local land for farming. Today the loch is still used for fishing and water sports. There is a RSPB bird sanctuary along the southern shore and a network of paths and trails that are popular with families, cyclists and dog walkers in the wider Castle Semple Country Park to the north.

Clive Drummond

January 13, 2019

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1. Semple Trail

14.8km

04:00

190m

Hike the moderate 9.2 miles (14.8 km) Semple Trail through Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, featuring loch views and historical sites.

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2. Castle Semple Loch & Country Park loop from the Visitors Centre

5.51km

01:29

70m

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

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3. Castle Semple Loch – Castle Semple Loch loop from Lochwinnoch

9.01km

02:23

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 20 m

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Location: Lochwinnoch, Renfrewshire, West Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Castle Semple Loch

1. Semple Trail

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3. Castle Semple Loch – Castle Semple Loch loop from Lochwinnoch

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