Kingsbarns to Crail Coastal Walk

At a Glance

Distance

9.0 km (5.6 miles)

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

3 hr

Walk Type

Coastal

Route Type

Point to Point

Off Lead Potential

High

Livestock Risk

Low

Facilities

Seasonal toilets and cafes at Kingsbarns and Cambo; pubs, shops and cafes in Crail.

Parking

Pay and display car park at Kingsbarns Beach (charge); on street parking and Shoregate car park in Crail for a return by bus.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Kingsbarns to Crail Coastal Walk dog friendly?

  Yes, this stretch of the Fife Coastal Path is one of the most dog friendly sections on the whole trail, earning a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The route offers a lovely mix of sandy beaches, grassy coastal path and wide open sea views, making it a really enjoyable outing for dogs and their owners alike.

• Can dogs be off lead at Kingsbarns to Crail Coastal Walk?

  Dogs can be off lead for much of the route on the open coastal path, which gives them plenty of room to roam. However, you should keep them close around seabird nesting sites in spring and put them back on the lead when crossing the golf course at Crail.

• What should I know before visiting Kingsbarns to Crail Coastal Walk with my dog?

  The walk is around 9 kilometres one way and takes roughly three hours, with mostly flat, easy going terrain apart from a few rockier sections near Fife Ness. There is a bus link from Crail back to Kingsbarns, which makes it a convenient point-to-point route. Parking is pay and display at Kingsbarns Beach, and Crail has cafes and pubs at the far end — worth knowing if you and your dog need a rest after the walk.

Kingsbarns Beach Car Park, Kingsbarns

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