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Silversands Beach, Aberdour – Hawkcraig Cliff and Lighthouse loop from Aberdour

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Silversands Beach, Aberdour – Hawkcraig Cliff and Lighthouse loop from Aberdour

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Silversands Beach, Aberdour – Hawkcraig Cliff and Lighthouse loop from Aberdour

01:41

6.34km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.68 km

View of Silversands Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

2.01 km

The Heughs

Forest

2.78 km

Path With Views Over Silversands

Highlight • Viewpoint

3.91 km

Silversands is one of the most popular and picturesque beaches on the Fife coast. Boasting a serene atmosphere, a beautiful setting, as well as calm, shallow and clean waters, it is a lovely place to spend some time.

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4.65 km

Hawkcraig Point Range Front Lighthouse

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Hawkcraig Point Range Front is a lighthouse located at Hawkcraig Point. The lighthouse has a flashing white light with an interval of 5 seconds. Its focal height is 12m and …

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4.83 km

Hawkcraig Cliff and Lighthouse

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5.19 km

View of Aberdour Harbour

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For a unique perspective of Culross Harbour, consider visiting during the early morning hours. The soft light at sunrise enhances the picturesque quality of the historic village and the Firth …

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6.20 km

Aberdour Railway Station

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6.34 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.51 km

1.85 km

1.22 km

502 m

215 m

Surfaces

2.46 km

1.85 km

1.27 km

566 m

147 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 4 July

18°C

14°C

81 %

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Silversands Beach, Aberdour – Hawkcraig Cliff and Lighthouse loop from Aberdour

View of Silversands Bay

Foreshore Near Carron Harbour

Path With Views Over Silversands