Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton has 500 acres of countryside and woodland and over ten miles of routed pathways. It features an adventure play ground, picnic facilities and is home to a listed 18th century hunting lodge. Carlisle Rd, Ferniegair, Hamilton ML3 7UE. placeholder image
Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton has 500 acres of countryside and woodland and over ten miles of routed pathways. It features an adventure play ground, picnic facilities and is home to a listed 18th century hunting lodge. Carlisle Rd, Ferniegair, Hamilton ML3 7UE. | Visit Scotland

8 best parks to visit in South Lanarkshire this summer

Declan McConville
By Declan McConville

Digital Reporter

Published 2nd Jun 2026, 11:24 GMT

These are the best parks to head to in South Lanarkshire this summer.

South Lanarkshire is home to a brilliant collection of parks that are enjoyed by both locals and visitors.

Glaswegians choose these parks to head to if they fancy a day out of the city, with all of these outdoor spaces being the perfect spot to head to with the family.

Here are eight of the best parks to visit in South Lanarkshire this summer.

Visitors can enjoy a large grassed area, a children's play area, junior cycle path, skate ramp, BMX track, memorial fountain and cast iron bandstand which was installed in 1914 at Overtoun Park in Rutherglen. 65 Rodger Dr, Rutherglen, Glasgow G73 3QY.

5. Overtoun Park

Visitors can enjoy a large grassed area, a children's play area, junior cycle path, skate ramp, BMX track, memorial fountain and cast iron bandstand which was installed in 1914 at Overtoun Park in Rutherglen. 65 Rodger Dr, Rutherglen, Glasgow G73 3QY. | South Lanarkshire Council

Another great park to visit in East Kilbride is James Hamilton Heritage Park and Loch. It is the perfect spot for a quiet stroll as you make your way around the loch. Stewartfield Way, East Kilbride, Glasgow G74 5LB.

6. James Hamilton Heritage Park and Loch

Another great park to visit in East Kilbride is James Hamilton Heritage Park and Loch. It is the perfect spot for a quiet stroll as you make your way around the loch. Stewartfield Way, East Kilbride, Glasgow G74 5LB. | Visit Scotland

Alexander Hamilton Memorial Park is a multi levelled park with an extensive pathway network leading to all levels. It includes a bandstand area, 3 children's play areas and an outdoor gym, picnic areas, multi use games area and a rugby pitch. Seating is available throughout the park which offers stunning views over the River Avon and valley.

7. Alexander Hamilton Memorial Park

Alexander Hamilton Memorial Park is a multi levelled park with an extensive pathway network leading to all levels. It includes a bandstand area, 3 children's play areas and an outdoor gym, picnic areas, multi use games area and a rugby pitch. Seating is available throughout the park which offers stunning views over the River Avon and valley. | South Lanarkshire Council

Visitors can enjoy the duck pond area with picnic facilities, a children's play area, a full 18-hole golf course, bowling green, cafeteria, putting, tennis courts and caravan site.

8. Biggar Public Park

Visitors can enjoy the duck pond area with picnic facilities, a children's play area, a full 18-hole golf course, bowling green, cafeteria, putting, tennis courts and caravan site. | Google Maps

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