Loch Doon and its Castle

Tony Brotherton

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A short and gentle stroll from Loch Doon Castle on a moorland path overlooking the 700-foot high loch, with superb views of the Galloway Hills, seats along the way and a welcoming tea shop, open every day during the summer months and on Wednesdays and weekends from November to March.

For local weather forecasts and other relevant information and services go to www.gallowaymrt.org.uk for Galloway Mountain Rescue's excellent website.

Scotland - South Scotland - Ayrshire and Arran - Loch

Features

Ancient Monument, Birds, Butterflies, Cafe, Castle, Flowers, Food Shop, Gift Shop, Good for Kids, Great Views, Hills or Fells, Lake/Loch, Moor, Mountains, Tea Shop, Toilets, Wildlife
18/07/2011 - Shaun McKittrick

Even the drive down to this walk is stunning. The views are ever changing as you approach the Loch down the long single track lane. The walk itself is straightforward to follow and after getting to the bench at Point 8, we found it hard to get back up again ... we could have sat there all day savouring the views. A real treat of a walk which gives you a gentle introduction to this area. Dog friendly too.