As the summer ends and we move into autumn, now is a great time to start wrapping up and enjoying a crisp morning walk along some of Larg’s most scenic autumn routes. 

Yesterday marked the end of ‘taps aff’ weather and a move towards longer nights, scattered leaves and wee fuzzy hats. 

To help you get out and enjoy those autumn colours, we’ve put together a list of some of the region’s best seasonal walking routes for everyone. 

Best walks in Largs and North Ayrshire to enjoy Autumn

Biglees  

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Biglees provides stunning woodland trails filled with interesting rock formations, waterfalls and burns. 

The area is known for the Glenburn Reservoir, its elevated hill walking paths and stunning views of the Firth of Clyde (on a clear day). 

Muirshiel Country Park

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If you are looking for a long autumn walk, then Muirshiel Visitor Centre and Clyde Muirshiel have you covered. 

The vast area of wild woodlands, rolling hills and interconnected paths, makes this the perfect place for a full-on excursion this autumn. 

Start from the Muirshiel visitor centre and follow along the path which runs alongside the river Calder for some excellent views of North Ayrshire. 

Eglinton Country Park 

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Filled to the brim with ruined castles, dense woodland, and amenities like cafés, tennis courts, and playparks, Eglinton Country Park is an excellent place to get active and learn about Ayrshire’s history this season. 

Eglinton Castle, which is just a stone’s throw away from Eglinton Loch, was built in 1797 by the 12th Earl of Eglinton before becoming a ruin in 1925. The castle is rumoured to have secret tunnels which are said to run all the way to Kilwinning Abbey. 

Kelburn Castle and Estate 

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Kelburn Castle and Estate, which lies on the outskirts of Largs, contains one of Scotland’s most beautiful woodlands, a vibrant castle, waterfalls, and a secret forest for the kids! 

The area is interconnected with a number of twisted trails and paths and is a great place to hunt for the estates' many hidden features.