This is a popular walking spot for local dogs, and there is plenty of lush grassy space for dogs to hurtle around in.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The dog walk is in a forestry plantation where dogs can rush around with no worries about livestock or stiles.
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.
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.
An easy stop for caravans and large vehicles, but the lake is spoiled by a lot of evil smelling bird poo underfoot.