Ayr to Newton Stewart
46.60 miles (75 km)
Travel along National Cycle Route 7 and through the incredible Galloway Forest Park on this lovely ride.
The ride starts on the front in Ayr and follows the coast to Genoch Bridge, crossing the River Doon and giving splendid views of Ayr Beach and the 16th Century Greenan Castle. You then head inland towards Maybole on pretty country lanes, before a short on road section takes you into Galloway Forest Park.
You will pass the beautiful Kirriereoch Loch and experience wonderful views of the Galloway Hills. A lovely run along the River Cree taking you into Newton Stewart finishes the ride.
Ayr to Newton Stewart Ordnance Survey Map - view and print off detailed OS map
Ayr to Newton Stewart Open Street Map - view and print off detailed map
Ayr to Newton Stewart OS Map - Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking
Ayr to Newton Stewart Open Street Map - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking
Further Information and Other Local Ideas
The new Kirkpatrick C2C can be picked up in Newton Stewart. The epic Coast to Coast route runs across the south of Scotland from Stranraer to Eyemouth.