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The Unexplored Road

The Unexplored Road is an adventurous travel blog by Craig Swain. Here you’ll find adventure travel guides featuring hikes, beaches, waterfalls, islands, activities, travel tips, and inspiration.

Where Would You Like To Go?

North Ayrshire, Scotland.

North Ayrshire

East Ayrshire, Scotland.

East Ayrshire

South Ayrshire, Scotland.

South Ayrshire

Isle of Arran, Scotland.

Isle of Arran

Craig Swain, The Unexplored Road.

About Craig

The Unexplored Road

Hi there, I’m Craig! An adventure travel writer, photographer, skater, and author of this blog, The Unexplored Road.

My aim is to create the most comprehensive guides available for all the lesser-known destinations through a mix of my personal travel experiences, advice and helpful information I pick up along the way. From the familiar trails of my own stomping ground in Ayrshire, Scotland, to places much further afield, I’ll show you the absolute best of what I stumble upon.

I hope my blog motivates you to set off on an epic adventure of your own.

Grab a coffee and dig in!

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Hiking Guides

Goatfell hike on the Isle of Arran.

Goatfell Hike On The Isle Of Arran: Complete Guide

Two years. That’s how long it took me to finally climb to the top of the highest mountain on the …
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Fairlie Glen waterfall walk in North Ayrshire, Scotland.

Fairlie Glen Hike In North Ayrshire: Complete Guide

I’d heard that Fairlie in North Ayrshire, near Largs, was a must-visit for waterfall lovers, so naturally, I decided to …
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Craiglee walk in East Ayrshire, Scotland.

Craiglee Hike In East Ayrshire: Complete Guide

When exploring an area, I try to get up high. Scope things out and take in the sights. Sometimes, it …
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Lynn Falls, Dalry.

Lynn Glen And Falls In North Ayrshire: Complete Guide

While searching for waterfalls in Ayrshire, I stumbled upon Lynn Falls in the picturesque Lynn Glen, Dalry. A location I’d …
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Glen Rosa Blue Pool Hiking Guide.

Glen Rosa Blue Pool On The Isle Arran: Complete Guide

Things don’t always go to plan. I had no intention of hiking to Glen Rosa Blue Pool while visiting the …
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View of the Galloway Hills from Benbeoch near Dalmellington.

Benbeoch: How To See An Epic View Of The Galloway Hills

If you’ve ever passed through Dalmellington, you’ll have noticed the prominent pimple sticking up beyond the northern side of town …
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Beach Guides

Ardrossan North Beach In North Ayrshire Complete Guide.

Ardrossan North Beach In North Ayrshire: Complete Guide

I’ve passed Ardrossan North Beach on my way to Largs on countless occasions. It’s always interested me, especially the view …
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Ardrossan South Beach.

Ardrossan South Beach In North Ayrshire: Complete Guide

It’s been ages since I laid eyes on Ardrossan South Beach. The last time was in passing on my way …
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Stevenston Beach in North Ayrshire, Scotland.

Stevenston Beach In North Ayrshire: Complete Guide

A small and reasonably quiet beach in Ayrshire? They do exist! And easy to reach from Glasgow, I should add …
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Irvine Beach in North Ayrshire, Scotland.

Irvine Beach In North Ayrshire: Complete Guide

Irvine Beach is an accessible seaside escape in Ayrshire and is particularly suitable for Glasgow travellers. A short drive or …
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Troon Beach in South Ayrshire, Scotland.

Troon Beach Guide 2024 (Awesome Things To Do)

Troon Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Southern Scotland and is widely recognised for its beauty by …
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Bird flying over Dunure Castle ruins.

Dunure Beach: How To See Ayrshire’s Dramatic Outlander Castle

Get onto the shore, look up at the cliff and imagine yourself on the set of the hit TV series …
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Recent Posts

Goatfell hike on the Isle of Arran.

Goatfell Hike On The Isle Of Arran: Complete Guide

Two years. That’s how long it took me to finally climb to the top of the highest mountain on the …
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Fairlie Glen waterfall walk in North Ayrshire, Scotland.

Fairlie Glen Hike In North Ayrshire: Complete Guide

I’d heard that Fairlie in North Ayrshire, near Largs, was a must-visit for waterfall lovers, so naturally, I decided to …
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Craiglee walk in East Ayrshire, Scotland.

Craiglee Hike In East Ayrshire: Complete Guide

When exploring an area, I try to get up high. Scope things out and take in the sights. Sometimes, it …
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Lynn Falls, Dalry.

Lynn Glen And Falls In North Ayrshire: Complete Guide

While searching for waterfalls in Ayrshire, I stumbled upon Lynn Falls in the picturesque Lynn Glen, Dalry. A location I’d …
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Glen Rosa Blue Pool Hiking Guide.

Glen Rosa Blue Pool On The Isle Arran: Complete Guide

Things don’t always go to plan. I had no intention of hiking to Glen Rosa Blue Pool while visiting the …
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How To Get To The Isle Of Arran.

How To Get To The Isle Of Arran: Complete Guide

Me and the Isle of Arran go way back. Further back than I can remember. My grandparents lived on Arran …
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