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Tayport Loop via Scotscraig Estate and Tentsmuir

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Overview

Cross road and take path through Scotscraig estate. This the only up-hill part of the route and lasts less than 1k. The rest of the walk is flat. Follow minor roads to Tentsmuir then pick up track to Morton Lochs. Return via Scotscraig golf course and Fife Coastal Path through Tayport to return to start of walk.  Please bring a packed lunch.

Saturday, 26 July 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
76m / 249ft
Type:
circular

OS Map: 59     Local Grade:  C+

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Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NO 43515 29003
Nearest postcode:
DD6 8QX
what3words:
gliders.surface.clef
Start time:
10:00 am

Car park on north side of road between Tayport and Newport

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE