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Inverkip And Wemyss Bay

Loch Thom – Loch Thom loop from Inverclyde

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Inverkip And Wemyss Bay

Loch Thom – Loch Thom loop from Inverclyde

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4.3

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Loch Thom – Loch Thom loop from Inverclyde

02:26

9.25km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 28, 2026

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496 m

Loch Thom

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely views across Loch Thom, and perfect for a little paddle if it’s warm enough! Great place for a picnic.

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4.17 km

Ardgowan Fishery Café

Highlight • Cafe

Cafe open for drinks, snacks and lunches.

Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9am–8pm
Saturday - Sunday: 8am–8pm

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4.46 km

Loch Thom

Highlight • Lake

Loch Thom is now a reservoir that has supplied water to the town of Greenock since 1827. The loch is also used for sport fishing and is popular for walking and cycling.

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5.20 km

Loch Thom

Highlight • Structure

Loch Thom is a reservoir which has supplied drinking water to Greenock and the surrounding area since 1827. It's a popular fishing venue and pretty area for a walk.

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5.20 km

Loch Thom

Highlight • Natural Monument

Loch Thom is a C-shaped freshwater lake that was turned into a reservoir in 1827 to provide a water supply to the nearby town of Greenock via a long aqueduct …

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5.70 km

Gryffe Valley Way to Old Largs Road via Lakes Road

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Probably best done West to East. First section is gravel path mostly downhill, from concrete structure at reservoir it's tarmac then farm track. Farm track goes through some large pens …

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9.25 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.21 km

3.40 km

511 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.69 km

3.03 km

1.52 km

511 m

374 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 11 August

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Loch Thom – Loch Thom loop from Inverclyde

Loch Thom

Ardgowan Fishery Café

Loch Thom

Loch Thom

Loch Thom

Gryffe Valley Way to Old Largs Road via Lakes Road

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