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Tree-Lined Path – Caaf Reservoir loop from Saltcoats

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Bike touring routes & trails
United Kingdom
Scotland
West Scotland
Saltcoats

Tree-Lined Path – Caaf Reservoir loop from Saltcoats

Hard

12

riders

Tree-Lined Path – Caaf Reservoir loop from Saltcoats

02:59

45.1km

620m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

14.7 km

View of Great Cumbrae from Fairlie Moor Road

Highlight • Cycleway

Spectacular views of Great Cumbrae. Fairlie Moor Road is very quiet with smooth flowing tarmac.

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2

15.6 km

View from Fairlie Moor

Highlight • Viewpoint

16.7 km

Allan Wood

Forest

18.3 km

Poteath Bank Plantation

Forest

5

24.9 km

Tree-Lined Path

Highlight • Cycleway

6

25.7 km

Hunterston Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Hunterston Castle is the smallest of the West Kilbride castles and belongs to the original family of the Hunter family, who own the land around it.

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7

30.9 km

Fairlie Moor Summit

Highlight • Summit

8

34.5 km

Caaf Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

A stunning reservoir to spin passed and a just reward for the climb up Fairlie Moor Road. Watch out for the slightly sharp turn at Birkheadsteel Bridge.

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45.1 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

40.0 km

3.34 km

1.22 km

303 m

178 m

131 m

Surfaces

42.0 km

2.55 km

304 m

229 m

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Sunday 18 October

12°C

2°C

21 %

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