Finding your way around Lochwinnoch nature reserve

Aird Meadow trail Dubbs Water trail Semple trail A stroll through some of the A short walk alongside the sedge and Part of this trail runs through the reserve’s woodland, with flat paths reedbeds, with a great viewpoint at reserve. Look out for ducks, swans and THE suitable for wheelchairs and the end overlooking the Aird Meadow wild flowers. It is one mile to the Castle pushchairs. Visit the woodland bird Loch. Along the way, listen for sedge Semple visitor centre and the complete TRAILS feeding station along the way. There warblers and reed buntings in spring circular walk is just under eight miles are two accessible hides about and summer, and watch whooper (12.5 km) – please ask reserve staff halfway along, which look out onto swans and ducks in autumn and for details. the Aird Meadow Loch and are ideal winter (0.3 miles/430 m; 15 mins). for seeing ducks, swans, herons and even otters. Walk all the way to Tod Please note: Seat for a great view of Castle dogs are welcome along Semple Loch and a pleasant spot to our trails, provided that picnic (0.7 miles/1.2 km; 25 mins). they are on leads and kept under control. Water This nature reserve is an important place for wildlife. RSPB Scotland welcomes responsible access, in line with the Marsh Scottish Outdoor Access Code. We hope you enjoy your visit. Grassland

Woodland

Along the River Calder, Viewpoint look out for kingfishers. One may whizz past Parking in a brilliant blue flash. CASTLE SEMPLE LOCH Visitor centre

Bench

Railway line

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Lochwinnoch reserve has two osprey platforms ready and waiting for birds to nest on them.