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South Beach Ardrossan – Ardrossan South Beach loop from Stevenston

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South Beach Ardrossan – Ardrossan South Beach loop from Stevenston

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South Beach Ardrossan – Ardrossan South Beach loop from Stevenston

02:10

8.47km

20m

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: June 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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501 m

Doon the Beach Community Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

Cool, easy place to stop and snack on the Ayrshire Coastal walk.
Baked potato was totally fine.

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3.90 km

South Beach boasts a welcoming stretch of golden sand and inviting seas. It is conveniently located close to the railway station and the cafes, shops, pubs, and restaurants of Ardrossan. There is a large grassy area by the beach, too.

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4.82 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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4.84 km

Saltcoats Lido Watchtower

Highlight • Structure

4.85 km

Viewing Platform at Saltcoats Seafront

Highlight • Monument

5.98 km

Saltcoats Sea Wall

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Saltcoats sea wall beside the train station, amazing during a storm.

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6.85 km

Ardrossan South Beach

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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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7.75 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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8.47 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.41 km

1.41 km

1.36 km

1.34 km

922 m

Surfaces

6.05 km

1.40 km

758 m

167 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Saturday 25 July

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South Beach Ardrossan – Ardrossan South Beach loop from Stevenston

Doon the Beach Community Cafe