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Stonehaven And District

Dunnottar Woods – Stonehaven Harbour loop from Stonehaven

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United Kingdom

Scotland

Aberdeenshire

Stonehaven And District

Dunnottar Woods – Stonehaven Harbour loop from Stonehaven

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Dunnottar Woods – Stonehaven Harbour loop from Stonehaven

02:41

10.2km

80m

Hiking

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

Last updated: February 27, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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468 m

Dunnottar Woods

Highlight • Forest

Dunnottar Woods is a beautiful forest at the outskirts of Stonehaven with lots of green and a flowing creek. The History Trail will take you through the deciduous woodlands of …

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3.23 km

You can reach Stonehaven Station very easily, since there are lot of trains a day stopping here. If you choose Stonehaven as your finale destination on the TGO Challenge, expect a half hour ride into Montrose from here.

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6.99 km

Stonehaven Bay Walk – TGO Challenge Finish Point

Highlight • Settlement

Large, busy town with full facilities and a fine and very photogenic harbour where there is a good museum and two pubs. Hourly bus or train to Montrose.

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7.14 km

The Carron Fish Bar

Highlight • Restaurant

The fish bar has very generous serving sizes, so come hungry. The fish suppers are reasonably priced, but ketchup or tartar sauces cost extra.

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7.58 km

Stonehaven Seafront Metal Sculptures

Highlight • Viewpoint

The metal sculptures don't just show some stunning boats (and a plane). Take your time and look closer to see, that the vehicles are maneuvered by creatures of the sea, …

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7.75 km

Stonehaven Harbour

Highlight • Structure

Lovely historic harbour with some nice pubs and restaurants.

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7.87 km

Lobster Trap Christmas Tree

Highlight • Structure

The local fishermen have built a Christmas tree out of their baskets. Who knows how long it will stand 😉!

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7.94 km

Stonehaven Old Pier and Shorehead

Highlight • Beach

The development of the natural harbour dates back to the 17th century when it was used by fishermen and traders. Later on, during the 18th century, Stonehaven was an important …

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10.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.51 km

3.51 km

1.65 km

523 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.23 km

2.85 km

1.17 km

966 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 19 May

17°C

8°C

35 %

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Dunnottar Woods – Stonehaven Harbour loop from Stonehaven

Dunnottar Woods

Stonehaven Station

Stonehaven Bay Walk – TGO Challenge Finish Point

The Carron Fish Bar

Stonehaven Seafront Metal Sculptures

Stonehaven Harbour

Lobster Trap Christmas Tree

Stonehaven Old Pier and Shorehead

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