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Troon Beach – Troon Ferris Wheel loop from Dundonald

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Troon Beach – Troon Ferris Wheel loop from Dundonald

Hard

5.0

(2)

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Troon Beach – Troon Ferris Wheel loop from Dundonald

05:27

20.6km

200m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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538 m

Dundonald Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

14th century castle ruins nestled in the hill side. Good visitors centre to check out as well.

Tip by

1.78 km

View of Merkland Loch and the Coast

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful woodland walking along Smuggler's Trail with views toward Merkland Loch and the coast.

Tip by

2.98 km

Collennan Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Enjoy the still glassy waters at Collannan Reservoir. Pull up a picnic blanket and enjoy the views!

Tip by

7.10 km

Carved Tree Trunk in Fullarton Woods

Highlight • Structure

Woodland trails, wildlife and Fullarton Court

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9.58 km

Beach

10.9 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!

Tip by

12.0 km

Delightful seaside town with some great cycling infrastructure. You can ride in either direction along the coast on marked cycle lanes, or you can enjoy the many pubs and cafes and, most importantly, fish and chip shops, in the town.

Tip by

12.3 km

Costa Coffee, Academy Street, Troon

Highlight • Cafe

20.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.08 km

5.41 km

3.07 km

2.76 km

2.20 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.30 km

6.25 km

2.42 km

2.40 km

1.28 km

951 m

Elevation

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Highest point (90 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Friday 26 June

22°C

17°C

52 %

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Troon Beach – Troon Ferris Wheel loop from Dundonald

Dundonald Castle Ruins

View of Merkland Loch and the Coast

Collennan Reservoir

Carved Tree Trunk in Fullarton Woods

Troon Beach

South Beach and Ferris Wheel, Troon

Troon Ferris Wheel

Costa Coffee, Academy Street, Troon

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