Best walks to or from Ardrossan
Ayrshire · Scotland
MapSet out on beautiful walks that start or end at the centre of Ardrossan.
Alternatively, view walks near Ardrossan by train.
West Kilbride Station to Ardrossan Harbour Station
Highly recommended: Great route, outstanding views throughout. Tarmac and packed-earth paths through woodland and a glen, a short grassy stretch behind houses, a more challenging section through dunes and a multi-use path beside the A78. Finishes on streets down to the harbour. There are lovely views across to Arran, Goat Fell and Ailsa Craig; you can choose to walk on the beach to get further from the traffic. Extensive woodland.
1 destination pub: the Moka
Warnings: The path through the dunes behind the holiday park is a little more challenging underfoot.
Walk details: Slow Ways.
Ardrossan Harbour Station to Dalry Station
Ardrossan Harbour Station to Saltcoats Station
Recommended: views over the Clyde to Arran were stunning. A short, easy and straightforward route, the majority along the South Beach promenade and with wonderful sea views.
Warnings: The route officially ends with stairs over the railway line at the Saltcoats end, though a nearby road crossing and ramp avoid them.
Walk details: Slow Ways.