Troon Beach - 9 Things to Know Before Visiting

Troon Beach is 2 kilometres long and is designated bathing water. Water quality here is regularly monitored. The tributaries Pow Burn and Darley Burn empty into the north and south of the beach but both do not discharge directly into the waters of the beach.

It is a clean and well-kept beach with some parks, amusements and mini golf for kids. The lovely golden sands, nice grassy area and the seafront alcoves with benches are very inviting.

One end of the beach has some rockpools for exploring. The other end is quiet enough and has some grassy dunes for the kids to run around or have a picnic. There is also a cycle lane along the promenade and shops and restaurants near the beach.

The best time to visit Troon Beach is during the summer months of June, July, and August. During this time, the weather is generally mild with temperatures ranging from 18-22 degrees Celsius. The sea is also at its warmest during these months, making it ideal for swimming and other water activities. In all the other months, the water will be very cold to swim on.

1. Dogs are banned from May to September at the beach.
2. Regular litter picking is done at the beach. If you want to be a part of it or want to know more, check the Friends of Troon Beaches Facebook group.
3. Bring windbreakers. The beach can have some strong, cold winds.

1. The beach has a large tidal zone ranging from 0-320 meters from the water's edge
2. At certain months of the year, the beach will be filled with jellyfish.

On average, visitors spend 2 to 3 hours at Troon Beach.

Troon Beach is accessible from Glasgow by train. There are direct trains from Glasgow central station to Troon Railway Station, which takes about 40 minutes to reach. The beach is only within a walking distance of the railway station. If you are coming by car from Glasgow, it takes 40 minutes as well (53 kilometres).

There is no entrance fee for the beach. Parking is also free.

Troon Beach is open 24 hours a day.