East Ayrshire walks

Coodham Estate from Kilmarnock ( Download : PDF )

10.2km +91m -88m 3h10 Easy
Starting point in East Ayrshire

This route first crosses Caprington Golf Course and then makes use of paved roads and paths to reach the 95 acre Coodham Estate just outside Symington. Take time to explore the Estate’s many interesting features and paths including the lake, mansion, shrine and graveyard, before starting the walk back to Kilmarnock via the high road past Stafflar Farm.

Loudoun Hill Circular ( Download : PDF )

3.1km +71m -76m 1h05 Difficult
Starting point in East Ayrshire

At just 361m elevation, the volcanic plug of Loudoun Hill near Darvel, is where Robert the Bruce had his first major military victory. Despite being small, it’s steep slopes certainly pack a punch and on a clear day the views from the top make it a must-do in the area. A favourite with children and adults alike!

Lainshaw Woods & the Annick Water, Stewarton ( Download : PDF )

8.3km +52m -59m 2h30 Easy
Starting point in East Ayrshire

A scenic and varied figure of eight walk which follows the Annick Water on its journey through Stewarton, including through the town’s popular Lainshaw Woods and Cunningham Watt Park.

Catrine to Sorn Loop ( Download : PDF )

7.59km +91m -91m 2h25 Easy
Starting point in East Ayrshire

Follow the River Ayr along a pleasant woodland trail to Sorn, passing through Catrine Voes Local Nature Reserve and alongside the historic Catrine Weir. On reaching Sorn, cross the humpbacked ‘Auld Brig’ before passing through part of the village and into the “Spooky Woods”. The return route to Catrine is via Chapel Brae, a pleasant single track road which passes Catrine War Memorial.

Dismantled Railway Walk, Darvel ( Download : PDF )

11.13km +151m -147m 3h35 Easy
Starting point in East Ayrshire

A linear walk from the village of Darvel along a fantastic disused railway track to the Spirit of Scotland Monument beneath Loudoun Hill.

Ness Glen, Loch Doon ( Download : PDF )

3.04km +49m -48m 1h00 Easy
Starting point in East Ayrshire

An astonishingly beautiful short walk through a deep wooded glen following the River Doon as it begins it’s journey between Loch Doon and the Firth of Clyde at Doonfoot, Ayr. Expect waterfalls a-plenty! Form a loop by returning to the start via the hill path. The footpaths are uneven and narrow in places and you can expect boggy conditions on the high path. Be sure to take a camera as there are MANY photo opportunities!

Dean Castle Country Park via Borland ( Download : PDF )

4.37km +26m -26m 1h20 Easy
Starting point in East Ayrshire

A beautiful countryside walk into the popular Dean Castle Country Park, taking in both Fenwick Water and Craufurdland Water. There are options to extend to visit the castle, Rural Life Centre, duck ponds and kids play area.