Birnie and Gaddon Lochs

This Fife Coast and Countryside Trust nature reserve offers a very pleasant short stroll around two man-made lochans. The reserve consists of a mix of open water, wetland and woodland and is home to a variety of wildlife and plantlife.

The path around the lochans is surfaced and built to an “all abilities” standard, thus making it very suitable for most people. A walk around both lochs, including the path in between them, is approximately 1.8 miles (2.9 km) in length with minimal ascent. A shorter walk is possible by just walking round one of the lochs, either Birnie Loch whicih is 0.75 miles or Gaddon Loch which is 1 mile. There is ample car parking with picnic benches and interpretation boards, at grid reference NO 28363 12533 off the B937 Charlottestown to Collessie road.

January 2025 Update

There has been confirmed cases of avian flu in the area of Birnie and Gaddon Lochs. Please take note of on-site signage. Contact Fife Coast and Countryside Trust for information.

Route Map

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