River Garnock – South Ardrossan Beach loop from West Kilbride

River Garnock – South Ardrossan Beach loop from West Kilbride

Moderate

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River Garnock – South Ardrossan Beach loop from West Kilbride

02:39

62.6km

200m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 58 m for 4 m

After 62.6 km for 4 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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15.0 km

River Garnock

Highlight (Segment) • River

The River Garnock, the smallest of Ayrshire's six principal rivers, has its source on the southerly side of the Hill of Stake in the heart of the Clyde Muirshiel Regional …

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19.8 km

Rivergate Bridge Street Art Murals

Highlight • Structure

Street art murals on both sides beneath the Rivergate Shopping Centre bridge. Worth stopping for a look.

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29.9 km

South Beach and Ferris Wheel, Troon

Highlight • Beach

Popular seaside resort on the west coast of Scotland. Easy to get to by train from Glasgow, with loads to see and do on the seafront. Including loads of ice cream shops/sellers!

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52.2 km

Saltcoats Sea Wall

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

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53.3 km

View of Arran from Saltcoats Tidal Pool

Highlight • Beach

Great view out to Arran from the coast. On a clear day the mountains of Arran look spectacular and inviting!

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53.7 km

South Ardrossan Beach

Highlight • Beach

Sandy beach that is a delightful place for a post ride paddle. Plenty of cafes and pubs nearby too so a good spot for a break.

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56.5 km

View of Horse Isle and the Beacon

Highlight • Natural Monument

Horse Isle is a nature reserve, run by the RSPB. The Arran ferry passes close to the island. Two smaller islands, North Islet and East Islet, skirt the east coast …

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59.0 km