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Benholm And Johnshaven

Johnshaven Harbour – St Cyrus Beach loop from Johnshaven

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United Kingdom

Scotland

Aberdeenshire

Benholm And Johnshaven

Johnshaven Harbour – St Cyrus Beach loop from Johnshaven

Moderate

4.0

(2)

hikers

Johnshaven Harbour – St Cyrus Beach loop from Johnshaven

03:42

13.8km

160m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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St Cyrus National Nature Reserve

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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52 m

The Anchor Hotel

Highlight • Rest Area

I can only warmly recommend our accommodation here, the Anchor Hotel, if anyone is in the area 👍😃 Super friendly and the best (fish) food 😋😋

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54 m

A lovely little coastal village along the North Sea shore, Johnshaven is known for fishing, sailmaking, and the flax industry. This picturesque village has witnessed many eras of human history – Bronze Age artefacts have been discovered nearby.

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80 m

Hidden Treasure Tearoom

Highlight • Cafe

They have lovely vegan chocolate cake and oat milk coffee. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff.

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3.83 km

Tangleha – TGO Challenge Finish Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

The name (which means “weed haven”) has drawn many Challengers. It’s a small huddle of old cottages plus one extraordinary villa which looks as if it has been bodily uplifted from Ibiza. Hourly bus from main road to Montrose.

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5.42 km

Woodston Burn Waterfall and Rocks

Highlight • Waterfall

If you're looking for a scenic and adventurous day out, why not visit the Woodston Burn waterfall at St Cyrus beach? This hidden gem is tucked away at the northern …

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5.74 km

St Cyrus Cliffs

Highlight • Beach

Stunning location to view along the beach at St Cyrus

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6.25 km

St Cyrus Beach

Highlight • Natural Monument

The village is on the clifftop; the cliffs, dunes and beach are a National Nature Reserve with superb birdlife in May. Small visitor centre on the beach and don’t miss …

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6.68 km

Benches With a View of St Cyrus Beach

Highlight • Beach

Ideal location for a picnic overlooking St Cyrus Beaches

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13.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.31 km

4.22 km

2.95 km

1.17 km

1.13 km

Surfaces

4.68 km

2.28 km

2.24 km

1.89 km

1.42 km

1.28 km

Elevation

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Highest point (80 m)

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Weather

Wednesday 15 July

15°C

11°C

0 %

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