Viewpoint at Loch Riecawr – Loch Doon Castle Ruins loop from Straiton

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Viewpoint at Loch Riecawr – Loch Doon Castle Ruins loop from Straiton

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Viewpoint at Loch Riecawr – Loch Doon Castle Ruins loop from Straiton

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66.1km

940m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

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1.56 km

Ayrshire Alps – Knockgardner Farm Climb

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Distance - 3.0km 1.88miles
Ascent - 90m 293ft
Gradient - 2.9%

Strava segment: strava.com/segments/20507700

The Ayrshire Alps consist of numerous challenging road cycle climbs. They were conceived by Ayr Burners …

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12.1 km

Glenalla Southside Climb (Ayrshire Alps)

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Distance - 3.22km 2.00miles
Ascent - 170m 558ft
Gradient - 5.2%

Strava segment: strava.com/segments/9790087

The Ayrshire Alps consist of numerous challenging road cycle climbs. They were conceived by Ayr Burners …

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28.2 km

View of River Stinchar and Waterfall

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The Roundhouse Cafe has a telescope to view ospreys nesting at the top of a tree in the distance. Cafe opening times are seasonal, sometimes just Saturday and Sunday - check their Facebook page... facebook.com/VisitLochDoon

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33.9 km

Viewpoint at Loch Riecawr

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This viewpoint is on the Carrick Forest Drive which is closed to motor vehicles for 2021, but open for walkers and cyclists. Bliss on a bike 🚴‍♂️😎

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35.1 km

Loch Gower Viewpoint

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Stunning if caught in correct light.

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40.1 km

Loch Doon Castle Ruins

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The castle was dismantled and rebuilt on the side of the loch after the loch water level was raised in the 1930s for a hydro-electric scheme.

The original castle was …

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40.1 km

Loch Doon Castle Ruins

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Loch Doon Castle used to be located on an island within Loch Doon. It was dismantled and rebuilt on the side of the loch after the loch water level was …

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43.0 km

Loch Doon

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47.7 km

Roundhouse Osprey Lounge & Visitor Information Centre, Loch Doon

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A brilliant little cafe and visitor centre on the edge of spectacular Loch Doon at the northern edge, including the Osprey Lounge where you can find out more about these …

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