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Argyll and Bute

Southend Beach – Keil Hotel Ruins loop from North Machrimore

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Argyll and Bute

Southend Beach – Keil Hotel Ruins loop from North Machrimore

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Southend Beach – Keil Hotel Ruins loop from North Machrimore

00:59

9.41km

60m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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5.52 km

Southend Beach

Highlight • Beach

A spectacular beach with picnic benches next to it on the other side of the road. Features fine golden sand and backed by dunes.

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2

5.70 km

Keil Caves and St Columba's Footprints

Highlight • Historical Site

Keil Caves are a series of interesting caves at the southern end of Kintyre which you can explore. Although it’s hard to imagine these days, the caves were inhabited by …

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5.88 km

St. Columba's Church Ruins

Highlight • Religious Site

4

5.94 km

View of Sanda Island from Southend

Highlight • Viewpoint

5

6.47 km

Keil Hotel Ruins

Highlight • Other

Here are the remains of the Keil Hotel, an imposing five storey Art Deco building. During World War II, the hotel was used as a hospital. The large white painted …

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6

6.87 km

Dunaverty Bay

Highlight • Beach

Beautiful crescent shaped beach with views out to the north coast of Ireland. Ideal spot for swimming.

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7

8.02 km

View of the Sea

Highlight (Segment) • Beach

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9.41 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.86 km

381 m

112 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.86 km

418 m

126 m

< 100 m

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