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John Muir Way Riverside Path – Dunbar Castle Ruins loop from Dunbar

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John Muir Way Riverside Path – Dunbar Castle Ruins loop from Dunbar

Moderate

18

runners

John Muir Way Riverside Path – Dunbar Castle Ruins loop from Dunbar

01:29

14.2km

70m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

4.65 km

John Muir Statue, Dunbar

Highlight • Monument

Statue of John Muir, born in Dunbar in 1838.

Tip by

5.69 km

Wildlife Garden

Forest

3

6.74 km

Belhaven Bridge (Bridge to Nowhere)

Highlight • Bridge

Belhaven Bay is a beach situated within the John Muir Country Park. Backed by sand dunes, rich saltmarsh, and wildflower-rich grasslands, the beach is perfect for sunbathing, relaxing, or playing, and affords great views across the Forth Estuary.

Tip by

4

7.69 km

John Muir Way Riverside Path

Highlight • Trail

Great area for birdwatching. A section that is between Belhaven beach and the wooded plantation (John muir way).

Tip by

5

10.9 km

Dunbar Coastal Path and Castle Ruins

Highlight • Beach

Great scenery and views. Definitely worth a visit. Can get very windy on path so care to be taken at times

Tip by

6

11.4 km

Dunbar Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Dunbar Castle was one of the strongest fortresses in Scotland and has been occupied as a defensive position ever since the 7th century. These days, you cannot get too close …

Tip by

7

11.4 km

View of Dunbar Harbour

Highlight • Viewpoint

B

14.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.88 km

3.62 km

2.95 km

2.04 km

1.61 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.69 km

4.23 km

705 m

254 m

224 m

< 100 m

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