Loch Ore – Loch Ore Beach loop from Ballingry

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Loch Ore – Loch Ore Beach loop from Ballingry

Moderate

4.9

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Loch Ore – Loch Ore Beach loop from Ballingry

03:00

11.3km

120m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Waypoints

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2.23 km

Bridge Over Lochore Meadows

Highlight • Bridge

Within Lochore meadows and a lovely spot to give those legs a well deserved rest. I’ve never cut across the meadows before, always preferring the roads, but I always will …

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2.54 km

Loch Ore is a beautiful wild area managed by Fife Council. The loch and surrounding area are popular for walking and bird watching. It's great for families with some nice short walks, play areas and a beach.

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5.04 km

Lochore Water Sports Launch Point

Highlight • Lake

Excellent launch point for paddle boards, kayaks and canoes. Can be used all year round but gets very busy in the warmer months.

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5.15 km

Loch Ore Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

The beach is a great spot to stop for a snack or just to take in the scenery.

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5.27 km

Willie Clarke Centre, Lochore Meadows Country Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Good place to start / stop - plenty parking and good facilities. Cafe fare a little limited, but fine. Check opening hours in advance though for cafe - closes at 3pm in winter.

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5.45 km

Start of Lochore Meadows Parkrun

Highlight • Lake

The Lochore Meadows Parkrun is a fun free weekly 5km run that starts here at 9:30 each Saturday. The run can be raced, jogged or walked, it's fine to push …

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5.93 km

Mary Colliery Winding Gear and Mining Train

Highlight • Monument

The Mary Colliery opened in 1904 and worked two shafts until 1966. It was once the deepest mine in the area with a network of tunnels under what is now …

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6.50 km

White Wood

Forest

7.20 km