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Dumfries and Galloway

Dumfries and Galloway

Easy hikes and walks in Dumfries and Galloway

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Exploring Dumfries and Galloway on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Dumfries and Galloway. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: November 3, 2025

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1. Castle Loch loop

4.84km

01:14

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Maclellan's Castle to Saint Mary's Isle loop

6.88km

01:45

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Moffat riverside loop

4.75km

01:13

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Mabie forest loop

6.84km

01:54

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Balcary loop

5.41km

01:27

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Kippford to Rockcliffe circular

4.93km

01:22

90m

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Portpatrick to Port Mora beach loop

5.75km

01:35

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Kirroughtree Forest loop

5.43km

01:30

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Gatehouse of Fleet, Anworth & Rutherford's Monument loop

6.05km

01:39

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. The Temple loop from Gatehouse of Fleet

6.97km

01:55

110m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Dumfries and Galloway

1. Castle Loch loop

2. Maclellan's Castle to Saint Mary's Isle loop

3. Moffat riverside loop

4. Mabie forest loop

5. Balcary loop

6. Kippford to Rockcliffe circular

7. Portpatrick to Port Mora beach loop

8. Kirroughtree Forest loop

9. Gatehouse of Fleet, Anworth & Rutherford's Monument loop

10. The Temple loop from Gatehouse of Fleet

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