Lunderston Bay to the Cloch Lighthouse
A sandy bay and a shore path to the white lighthouse at the turn of the Clyde.
- Distance
- 3.1 km
- Ascent
- 50 m
- Time
- 1 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 11 m
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About this walk
Lunderston Bay to the Cloch Lighthouse is an easy 3.1 km out-and-back walk with 50 m of ascent, taking about 1 hours. It starts at Lunderston Bay (grid reference NS 203 746). The start can be reached by public transport.
Lunderston Bay is the nearest sandy beach to Glasgow, looking across the Clyde to Dunoon and the Cowal hills. The coastal path follows the shore north to the Cloch Lighthouse, built in 1797 where the firth bends, with ferries and the occasional submarine passing close by. Return the same way.
Route
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The shore
Follow the shore path north to the lighthouse and return.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Lunderston Bay to the Cloch Lighthouse take?
- Most walkers take 1–1 hours for the 3.1 km route, which has 50 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Lunderston Bay (grid reference NS 203 746). Car park at the bay.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses from Gourock along the coast road. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Flat shore path.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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