Ostel Bay
A track to a hidden sandy bay at the southern tip of Cowal, facing Arran.
- Distance
- 4.3 km
- Ascent
- 200 m
- Time
- 1.5–2 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 176 m
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About this walk
Ostel Bay is an easy 4.3 km out-and-back walk with 200 m of ascent, taking 1.5 to 2 hours. It starts at Kilbride road end (grid reference NR 973 675).
Ostel Bay, or Kilbride Bay, is a crescent of sand at the far south of Cowal, reached only on foot and often empty. A farm track leads from the road end across the fields to the beach, with Arran's peaks across the water. Return the same way.
Route
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The bay
Follow the track to the beach and return.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Ostel Bay take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–2 hours for the 4.3 km route, which has 200 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 Kilbride road end (grid reference NR 973 675). Limited parking at the road end near Kilbride Farm; don't block the track.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- No practical public transport.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. A farm track, then sand; wet in places.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep graze here: keep dogs on a lead near livestock, especially at lambing time (March to May).
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