Ardneil Bay – Ardneil Bay loop from West Kilbride

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Ardneil Bay – Ardneil Bay loop from West Kilbride

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Ardneil Bay – Ardneil Bay loop from West Kilbride

01:39

6.19km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 1, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.93 km

Portencross Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great beach for a rest stop or a picnic, with incredible views across the sea to the east coast of Arran.

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3.32 km

Ardneil Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

Serene stretch of jogging along Ardneil Bay where you enjoy sweeping views out to Isle of Arran and Portencross Castle

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3.51 km

Ardneil Bay

Highlight • Beach

Ardneil Bay is a pretty beach close to West Kilbride. From the golden sands you get excellent views to the Isle of Arran and Portencross Castle.

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6.19 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.89 km

1.87 km

896 m

379 m

168 m

Surfaces

3.09 km

2.01 km

900 m

168 m

< 100 m

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Monday 9 November

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Ardneil Bay – Ardneil Bay loop from West Kilbride

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Ardneil Bay

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