A wetland centre serving as home to a whole range of native species of flora and fauna.

There is a purpose built visitor centre, with more information on the species found in the wetlands, as well as hosting organised events.

For more information on the organistion, as well as the species found here, visit their website. wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/caerlaverock

Arjen de Korte

July 13, 2025

Hiking

Only start the walks from the information centre. We found out the hard way that due to wildlife protection, the path can be closed. It is very inconvenient to find out if you're almost at the end of a walk, you can only retrace your steps.

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1. Caerlaverock Wetland Centre to Caerlaverock Castle

8.29km

02:06

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Back Woods Hide – Caerlaverock Castle loop from Clarencefield

8.77km

02:19

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Caerlaverock Castle – Back Woods Hide loop from Ingleston

10.5km

02:45

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 10 m

Weather

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Monday 26 January

7°C

4°C

36 %

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Max wind speed: 27.0 km/h

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Caerlaverock Wetland Centre

1. Caerlaverock Wetland Centre to Caerlaverock Castle

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