Lunan Bay Campsite

Lurgies Walk

Meanders through Scottish Wildlife Trust reserve woodlands with gentle, well-maintained paths suitable for families and buggies on drier days. Dogs welcome on leads to protect ground-nesting birds and wildlife. Mostly flat terrain along the River North Esk with some short inclines, offering peaceful riverside views and excellent birdwatching opportunities. Worth it for the mix of ancient woodland, wetland habitats, and the chance to spot kingfishers, otters, and red squirrels year-round.

Shelduck Hide

Leads to a birdwatching hide overlooking wetland habitats, typically flat terrain on maintained paths suitable for families and buggies. Dogs welcome but keep them quiet near hides to avoid disturbing wildlife. Perfect for spotting waders, wildfowl and seasonal migrants without needing serious walking stamina—ideal for young nature enthusiasts and anyone wanting close encounters with Scottish coastal birdlife.

Tayock

Winds through Scottish Wildlife Trust reserve along the Angus coastline, mixing coastal grassland with clifftop sections and occasional gentle inclines. Perfect for families and accessible enough for sturdy all-terrain buggies on most of the route. Dogs welcome on leads to protect ground-nesting birds. Offers dramatic North Sea views, seasonal wildflowers, and excellent seabird watching opportunities including puffins and guillemots during breeding season.

Wigeon Hide

Arbroath to Auchmithie Coastal Path