There is a Met Office amber warning for wind in effect across most of Scotland from 9pm on Saturday 24 October to 9pm on Sunday 25 October. 

We strongly advise visitors to keep safe and avoid our forests while weather warnings are in place. More information: UK weather warnings - Met Office

Talnotry

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Visit a famous waterfall and the striking Murray’s Monument

Climb to the monument at Talnotry to learnmore about Alexander Murray. He is one of the area's most famous sons. Look out for atmospheric sculptures amongst the drystane sheep pens if you explore the wider trail

You can also stroll along to a viewpoint overlooking the Grey Mare's Tail waterfall.

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Kirroughtree

Galloway Forest Park’s gateway centre

Facilities and activities

  • Mountain biking
  • Wildlife hide
  • Trails
  • Accessible trails
  • Picnic area
  • Toilets
  • Charge parking
  • Play area
  • Shop
  • Café
  • Bike hire
  • Shower
  • Changing Places Toilet
  • Stay the Night
  • Blue Badge parking
  • Accessible toilets

Wild Goat Park

Have a close encounter with Galloway's wild goats

Facilities and activities

  • Parking
  • Stay the Night

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Glen of the Bar

Historic viewpoint at the head of a long tree-clad gully

Facilities and activities

  • Parking
  • Viewpoint

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