Getting out and about is something everyone wants to do but finding great beaches and beauty spots that allow dogs can be challenging.

Many beaches restrict pets or require owners to keep them on short leashes but there are some spots by the coast that allow our four-legged friends room to roam.

This is why we have compiled a list of some of the best dog-friendly beaches throughout Ayrshire that owners should know about.

Ayrshire's best dog-friendly beaches based on Google Reviews

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Here are some of the best dog-friendly beaches throughout Ayrshire:

Boydston Beach, Ardrossan

Rating: 5 out of 4 reviews

The beach located in Ardrossan was named the "best in the West."

Ayr Beach

Rating: 4.5 out of 1356 reviews

One reviewer noted: "Ayr is one of Scotland's most beautiful beaches and was recognised with an award from the Keep Scotland Beautiful scheme" while another added: "This is a huge beach! Well worth a visit for sure. Was nice and clean which is great to see! There is a huge free car park all along next to it. Dog friendly too- plenty of space for them to run around."

Barassie Beach, Troon

Rating: 4.6 out of 762 reviews

One reviewer said: "Very wide and long beach with plenty of areas for dog walkers. There is also a decent promenade with grass areas if you want to avoid sand. Long shallow shore. Dogs will love it!"

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Croy Beach, Maybole

Rating: 4.7 out of 209 reviews

One reviewer said: "This was our first time down at Croy beach and what a great place to take the family! Because it's further out you don't get the hoards of rowdy teenagers. It's a great family friendly beach."

Girvan Beach, Girvan

Rating: 4.5 out of 1795 reviews

One reviewer said: "Beautiful clean beach. Stunning views. great for all of the family including the family dog."

Stevenston Beach, Saltcoats

Rating: 4.5 out of 95 reviews

One reviewer said: "Really peaceful as not a lot of people go there, excellent for walking the dogs"

Largs Beach, Largs

Rating: 4.6 out of 194 reviews

One reviewer said: "Largs is always a good day out. We came for the Largs Dog Day Out so Fergus could enjoy the sunshine with other dogs!
Event was good and lots of vendors!"