Scotland's 'most scenic dog walks' crowned ahead of summer 2025
The best hiking trails for four-legged friends have been named.
The "most scenic dog walks" in Scotland have been named. Three locations across the country were crowned as the best for pet pooches based on a poll of 2,000 UK dog owners.
With summer about to kick off, Scots will be looking to get out and make the most of the good weather. For those with a four-legged friend, there is even more reason to explore the beautiful Scottish countryside.
On Wednesday, May 28, experts at Isuzu shared a list of the most picturesque dog walks across Britain, according to feedback from pet owners. Out of the three Scottish destinations included, Glencoe in the Highlands placed the highest.
Coming in at number 11 on the overall list, Glencoe was voted as the top dog walk in Britain by 10 per cent of dog owners. Glencoe is known for its various beautiful trails—some of which pass by spectacular waterfalls.
Some of the top walks in the area include the Glencoe Lochan Trail and Bishops Bay. The former is an idyllic trail around the tranquil Glencoe Lochan and woodlands, while Bishops Bay is a secluded corner of Loch Leven.
The second most scenic dog walk in Scotland according to Isuzu is Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. The national park ranked at number 16 for the whole of the UK.
The iconic greenland region is home to popular dog walking destinations such as the West Highland Way, Balloch Castle Country Park, and Argyll Forest Park.
Other options include the Loch Katrine and Primrose Hill Circular and the Ben Ledi Foothills and Loch Lubnaig Circular.
Elsewhere, the third and final Scottish dog walk named as being among the "most scenic" in the UK is Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh.
The beauty spot in the Scottish capital placed at number 23 for the whole of the UK. Dogs are permitted on Arthur's Seat, as well as throughout the surrounding Holyrood Park.
However, they should be kept under control and owners should be wary of local wildlife.
Meanwhile, the number one "most scenic" dog walk in Britain according to Isuzu is Ambleside in the Lake District National Park. The English beauty spot was singled out for its picturesque lakes and mountains.
Head of Marketing at Isuzu UK George Wallis commented: "It's no surprise to us that nearly a third of Brits are willing to drive almost 70 miles just to give their dogs the best walkies imaginable—we know our customers go the extra mile for their four-legged friends.
"Whether it's chasing views in Ambleside, getting lost in Snowdonia, or lapping up the trails in Glencoe, the Isuzu D-Max is built for the kind of adventures dog owners dream of."
See below for the full list of the "most scenic dog walks" in Britain. More information can be found on Isuzu.
Britain's most scenic dog walks
Ambleside, Lake District National Park, Cumbria
Snowdonia National Park, Wales
New Forest, Hampshire
Richmond Park, London
Hampstead Heath, London
Ely, Peak District, Derbyshire
Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales
Sherwood Forest, Nottingham
Studland Bay, Dorset
Hadrian's Wall path, Northumberland
Glencoe, Scottish Highlands
Delamere Forest, Cheshire
Cannock Chase, Staffordshire
Seven Sisters Cliff, East Sussex
Windsor Great Park, Berkshire
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Scotland
Malvern Hills, Worcestershire
South Downs Way, Sussex
Hardcastle Drags, West Yorkshire
Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove, Dorset
Kielder Water and Forest Park, Northumberland
Cheddar Gorge, Somerset
Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh
Box Hill, Surrey
The Fens, Wicken Fen Nature Reserve, Cambridgeshire
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