The Top 20 Attractions around Castle Douglas
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Castle Douglas. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Castle Douglas is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 30, 2025
Screel Hill
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Screel Hill is a modest 344m hill located near Castle Douglas. Whilst it's not the largest in area, it does provide some top-notch views toward Auchencairn Bay and out as far as Solway Firth and Hestan Island.
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Dalbeattie Heart Stane
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A wonderful pit stop on the 7Stanes MTB trail. Rocks to sit on and views to enjoy.
No great skills are needed to make it this far.
No great skills are needed to make it this far.
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Dumfries to Kirkcudbright Cycle Route
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Makes a really good round trip going back to Dumfries on the coast roads, A711 to Dalbeattie and A710 to Dumfries (they may be A roads, but not very busy). …
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Bengairn Summit
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Bengairn is a 391m hill on the Dumfries and Galloway coast. It is classified as a Marilyn because it has over 150m of prominence.
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Dalbeattie Loch
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Way marked trails through the forest lead to Dalbeattie Loch, a peaceful place, popular with the ducks and dog walkers
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