Lochwinnoch Cycle Loop - Kilbirnie - Paisley
13.67 miles (22 km)
This circular route follows National Cycle Route 7 and 75 from Kilbirnie to Paisley. It runs along a disused railway line and is largely traffic free so suitable for cyclists and walkers.
On the way you'll pass Kilbirnie Loch and Castle Semple with lovely views over the water to the surrounding hills.
The route starts on Auchengree Bridge where you can pick up the trail and head north east past Kilbirnie and Kilbirnie Loch. The trail continues past Barr Loch, Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve and Castle Semple Loch.
You continue to Kibblestone, Kilbarchan and Johnstone where there's a stretch along the Black Cart Water. You then pass Elderslie before coming into Paisley where the route finishes.