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Balcary Tower – Airds Point Coastal Path loop from Balcary

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Balcary Tower – Airds Point Coastal Path loop from Balcary

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90

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Balcary Tower – Airds Point Coastal Path loop from Balcary

02:03

7.59km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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695 m

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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952 m

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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3

1.82 km

Airds Point Coastal Path

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Fun but sometimes gnarly singletrack along the coast. Keep an eye out for walkers and dogs during busy periods. Stunning views all the way along.

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6.15 km

Loch Mackie

Lake

B

7.59 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.00 km

1.96 km

975 m

631 m

Surfaces

5.97 km

975 m

631 m

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Tuesday 12 May

13°C

5°C

75 %

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