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Stunning spot!

I did this on my recumbent e-trike at the end of April. Very quiet, only 3 cars. I started from a small campsite near New Galloway via Clatteringshaws Loch and cycled from W to E which was mostly downhill. Rough in places but manageable on the trike.

Great place for walking and paddling on the water

The benches on the east shore of this loch are a great spot to have a picnic among beautiful pine trees with fantastic views across the loch to the wooded banks beyond, and the waymarked forestry trails make it very easy to get to

Can be pretty slippery around the Loch and path is narrow in places. Be careful in the dark.

Please consult the large notice board at the trailhead. This is a commercial forest and currently, timber harvesting is taking place along the southern flank of the Loch (hence tha barriers encountered by abp1). There are diversions in place to avoid the southern flank, rerouting via the north shore. This is detailed on the notice board. Also, please be aware that this is not an official MTB route, and taking a bike along it is not a good idea since the trail will have walkers of all abilities along its length, most of whom will not be expecting MTBs at all.

We tried to do this tour on June 21, 2023, but had to cancel. After approx. 13 km you come out of the forest into a wide valley. The landscape is very beautiful, but the path is destroyed by a large number of watercourses and you have to dismount every few meters. After that, the path is obstructed by massive willow barriers with barbed wire. The route would have to be laid out differently, otherwise this tour is not recommended.

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Although other tips where saying it can be busy with cars, it wasn't the case when we were there. However, it is the only road in this part of the New Galloway park where (against payment) cars are allowed, so be aware of oncoming traffic behind the corner, or behind the hill.

Loch Skeen is a high mountain loch surrounded by mountains. The Tail Burn that feeds out of the loch pours over the Grey Mare's Falls down the valley. You can run a loop staying close to the loch shore or take to the mountains above.

The still waters of Bruntis Loch are a perfect spot to catch your breath.

Wonderful peaceful loch located in the heart of the forest. The scenery surrounding the loch is picturesque and makes for a great picnic spot.

Clatteringshaws Loch is a freshwater reservoir that was created by damming the Galloway River Dee as part of the Galloway Hydro Electric Scheme. The dam is pretty cool and there are loads of good benches and picnic spots to rest and appreciate the amazing views. There is also a visitors' centre by the loch to welcome visitors to Galloway Forest Park.

Many, many cars!!! It can be a massive stop and go

Good pathway steep ascent from car park but watch the small stones on decent. It was reasonably dry in early June

Great spot to chill mid ride.

Way marked trails through the forest lead to Dalbeattie Loch, a peaceful place, popular with the ducks and dog walkers

Of Lochmaben's trio of lochs, Castle Loch is by far the largest covering almost 250 acres (100 ha). The small peninsula that juts into its southern banks is adorned with the historic ruins of Lochmaben Castle. The western end hosts a wood sculpture trail, whilst a full circuit of the loch is a lovely way to spend a couple of hours.

You have a choice of heading left, yellow markers, for an easy 4km or so stroll through beautiful woodland or to head right following the white markers for a 7km version.

There is the clatteringshaws cafe at one end of the trail, and Glen trool visitors centre at the other. You can fill up water bottles, even when closed or grab a cake/coffee when they're open.

A fantastic Gravel track with some wonderful highlights to explore along the picturesque Stroan Loch