M74 junctions 3 and 4 historic dog walk, Scotland Junction 3 This is a popular walking spot for local dogs, and there is plenty of lush grassy space for dogs to hurtle around in.
M74 Junction 5 dog walk near Motherwell, Scotland Junction 5 A very handy stopping point whether you're heading north or south, as this enormous park spans almost the complete distance between Junctions 5 and 6.
Motherwell dog walk, Scotland Junction 6 Part of a bird sanctuary called Barons Haugh. There is a Japanese garden and it also has the oldest living thing in Lanarkshire - the Covenanters Oak, which is 800 years old.
M74 Junction 7 Country Park dog walk, Scotland Junction 7 This is a fantastic environment for dogs, as well as families. There is plenty of space for everyone, and an ideal stopping point before heading into one of the big cities.
M74 Junction 10 dog walk in Lesmahagow, Scotland Junction 10 This is a short walk for dogs, on hard surfaced paths ideal for wheelchairs, buggies, and wet days when you don't want to get your feet too wet.
Dog Friendly Cafe Lesmahagow, Scotland Junction 10 A really lovely dog friendly cafe with free on street parking and just around the corner from a park with paved and grassy areas, a river and a play park.
Cairn Lodge Services, Scotland Junction 11 Dog friendly services with overnight motorhome/campervan parking. Dogs allowed into the services and dog friendly tables to eat at. It's near the intersection between the M74 and A70.
M74 junction 12 dog walk to a castle, Scotland Junction 12 Dogs and heritage buffs will both love this 30-40 minute walk to the castle and back. Explanation boards along the way explain the background, including an interesting Polish connection.
M74 Junction 13 dog walk and dog-friendly village pub, Scotland Junction 13 The dog walk is in a forestry plantation where dogs can rush around with no worries about livestock or stiles.
M74 Junction 15 dog walks, Scotland Junction 15 Branded as the first 'Walkers' Town' in Scotland, some impeccable organisation has gone into creating a series of well marked trails in and around the town and environs.
M74 Jct 15 Forest dog walks, Scotland Junction 15 A remote forest dog walk on well-signed paths. We found a short route and also a much longer section of forest paths where dogs can run free and enjoy the freedom of the forest.
M74 junction 16 Services - improved, Scotland Junction 16 An easy stop for caravans and large vehicles, but the lake is spoiled by a lot of evil smelling bird poo underfoot.
