The viewpoint itself is now rather underwhelming as the growth of the forest has largely obscured it, and there are better views from the path up than the viewpoint itself. However it is a pleasant enough walk through managed forestry, and a slight diversion allows for a visit to the ‘secret cages’ where red kites… Continue reading Bennan Viewpoint
Category: Stewartry
Jubilee Path
This has been a popular path for well over a hundred years as it was created to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria in 1887, and much of the view has not changed in that time. There are plenty of alternate routes to discover, either closer to the shore or further up Mark Hill.… Continue reading Jubilee Path
Dee Walk and Tongland
A there-and-back-again walk (with a small loop at the end) starting in Kirkcudbright. The first part of the walk along the side of the Dee is fully accessible with the exception of one step of approx 4cm onto a footbridge and a grassy section which could become muddy in wet weather. The path then becomes… Continue reading Dee Walk and Tongland
Doach Wood
An area of coniferous woodland with some impressive Douglas Firs along the bottom path. The route is mainly on steep forest trails with some rough paths connecting them. There are other options in the woodland for you to explore but make sure you get to the bench at the viewpoint, which offers great views of… Continue reading Doach Wood
Screel Hill
***Note that Screel Hill is currently closed due to storm damage from 2021. You can check the current status here*** Popular with local walkers and runners, Screel is energetic enough to let you know you been for a hill walk, but can easily be completed in under two hours. On a clear day there are… Continue reading Screel Hill
Castle Douglas Town Trail
The amount of time you spend on this short walk depends on how long you want to spend browsing in the range of independent shops along King Street, or are diverted by one of the many cafes. CD can still claim to be the Food Town with three butchers, three bakers, one brewery and one… Continue reading Castle Douglas Town Trail
Carlingwark Circular
A circular walk around Carlingwark Loch in Castle Douglas. Some of the path is quite muddy particularly in winter. There is a section along a country road without a pavement, but the only section along a main road has a wide pavement (which is also a shared cycle lane). There is an extended section along… Continue reading Carlingwark Circular