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Wander in the shadow of Scotland's tallest trees
Doach Wood is dominated by some of the tallest trees in south-west Scotland. Some towering up to 130 feet (40 metres) above the woodland floor – that’s almost as tall as Nelson’s Column in London. The trail climbs steeply up through the cathedral of tree trunks to a viewpoint. You can catch your breath and gaze at the dramatic rocky coast and hills.
By far the largest trees in Doach Wood are the Douglas firs. The species was discovered by Scottish colonist Archibald Menzies on the west coast of North America in 179. But they get their name after another Scot, David Douglas, who sent seed back to Britain 34 years later.
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