Outdoors

Home to the vitrified fort of Dunagoil, the cliff and caves around Dunagoil provide a scenic background for imaginative adventurers.

Maidens Harbour was established in the mid 19th century

Award-winning beach located on the western coastline of Ayrshire

Blackwaterfoot beach is a stunning sandy beach in the tranquill village of Blackwaterfoot.

This picturesque waterfall lies off of a minor road near Doon Bridge, around a mile west of Dalmellington

The Holy Cave at Hunterston in the Parish of West Kilbride is known for its associated with Saint Mungo, The Patron of Glasgow.

Loch Fad is a freshwater loch on the Isle of Bute in Scotland, ideal for fishing Rainbow and Brown Trout.

Stinchar Falls lie on the River Stinchar, which flows all the way from the Galloway Forest Park to the Firth of the Clyde at Ballantrae.

Ardeer Quarry Local Nature Reserve contains a mix of wetland, woodland, scrub, and grassland habitats.

The West Island Way is a long distance walking path route on the Island of Bute.

Merkland Wood is perfect for a short walk with great opportunities to spot wildlife.

Girvan has, for centuries, been a thriving fishing port, and this modern harbour represents much of that original charm

Gently climb up to the Stone Dragon at Irvine Beach Park for stunning views of the Firth of Clyde and islands.

Look out for resident wildlife when exploring the coppery sands of Scalpsie Bay, located on the west coast of Bute.

The Spout of Garnock is approximately 60–70 ft high, making it is the county's highest waterfall