Welcome to the Galloway Forest Park

Situated in the heart of Galloway, southern Scotland, the Galloway Forest Park managed by Forestry Commission Scotland offers spectacular views and a diversity of dramatic scenery. Three hundred square miles of wild beauty are waiting to be explored, here, in Britain's largest forest park.



Established in 1947; the park boasts tranquil valleys encompassed by heather-clad hills, rugged rock faces, burns cascading down magestic slopes and the forest, moorland and lochs rising up to the grandeur of the mountains. The Merrick, Mulwharcher and the Rhinns of Kells stand proudly above the home to much of the unspoilt, ancient woodland which attracts some 800,000 visitors every year.

Stretching from seashore to mountaintops, The Galloway Forest Park has an outstanding variety of wildlife. Red and Roe Deer thrive in this woodland park while mighty birds of prey patrol the skies.

 This natural sanctuary is however, easily accessible as a result of three Forestry Commission visitor centres at Glentrool, Kirroughtree and Clatteringshaws, which receive around 150,000 visitors annually.

Known affectionately as the "highlands of the lowlands", the Galloway Forest Park offers an endless assortment of things to see and do, to suit everyone, in some of the most breathtaking scenery Scotland has to offer.

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FEATURED PLACES TO STAY AND THINGS TO SEE & DO

Loch of the Lowes Newton Stewart Loch of the Lowes lies in the Forest Park a short distance from the Queensway linking New Galloway and Newton Stewart. The loch offers good sport who wish to...	The Kenbridge Hotel & Camping New Galloway Tel: 01644 420211 The Ken Bridge, an 11 bedroom Georgian hotel, is situated on the banks of the beautiful River Ken at the head of Loch Ken which is renowned for its great...
Galloway Activity Centre Glenkens - Loch Ken Welcome to the Galloway Activity Centre, Loch Ken Here you'll find details of all our services & facilities including activity courses, equipment...	Galloway Luxury Cottages Port William Tel: 01988 700944 Inchlonaig House is a beautifully decorated contemporary house located in the picturesque and unspoilt coastal village of Port William . Ideal for...
Whitecairn and Glenluce Holiday Parks Glenluce Tel: 01581 300267 5 Star peaceful Park with stunning views over Luce Bay and ideally located. Our region has an amazing amount to offer - walking, wildlife centres, ...	Kirroughtree Visitor Centre Newton Stewart Tel: 01671 402 165 Visit Kirroughtree Visitor Centre for a fun day out for all the family. The friendly staff offer information on all forest facilities. The welcoming tea...