Description:

An interesting 12-stage "slightly harder" walk following the Ayrshire coast from Glenapp to Skelmorlie. Sometimes the path may be indistinct and navigation skills are (as nearly always) required. Tracing one of Scotland’s most evocative shorelines, the Ayrshire Coastal Path offers a wonderfully varied long‑distance walk where sea, sky, and mountain meet in a constantly shifting panorama. As one of Scotland’s official Great Trails, it combines accessible daily stages with a rich sense of place, making it ideal for walkers who prefer to savour their journey rather than rush through it. Although the route is generally well waymarked, some stretches can be indistinct, and basic navigation skills are useful—part of the charm of a trail shaped by wind, tide, and time.

With the longest stage, from Ayr to Troon, measuring only 15.25 km, the path invites a relaxed pace. There is always time to pause, breathe in the salt air, and admire the ever‑present silhouette of Arran’s mountains rising across the Firth of Clyde.

This coastline is steeped in history and natural interest, and walkers will encounter a variety of compelling sites along the way.

Sea‑blown, scenic, and full of character, the Ayrshire Coastal Path is a journey where every step brings a new horizon.