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Scotland's southerly regions are so much more than staging posts on the road north. They're endlessly fascinating and exceptionally beautiful in their own right.
All the things that you'd naturally associate with Scotland can be found as soon as you cross the ancient (and much contested) border with England. From rugged coast to coast, over rolling hills and through rich and varied countryside where the tell-tale signs of a torrid history are everywhere to be seen, southern Scotland is at once different from its neighbour on the other side, with a proud heritage and traditions of its own.
Throughout the area there are well-marked path networks and many more walks are described in leaflets and books. Several districts have programmes of ranger-led walks - many aimed specifically at families with children. A number of town trails provide short but fascinating strolls that highlight local history and architecture.
Dalbeattie Forest Easy Access Trail
A pleasant short walk suitable for all abilities though Dalbeattie forest.
Distance: 2km/1.25miles Duration: 1 hour Height Gain: 50 metres/165 feet
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Calfield Rig & Mid Hill, Langholm
This walks offer great views of the surrounding Langholm and Eskdale countryside.
Distance: 10km/6.25miles Duration: 2 1/3 hours Height Gain: 150 metres/495 fee
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Carsluith - Kirkmabreck - Carsluith (Walking World)
This walk from the little village of Carsluith climbs gently onto moorland.
Distance: 6.44km/4miles Duration: 2 hours Height Gain: 40 metres/132 feet
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Dalbeattie Forest - All Abilities Trail
Easy, quiet walk through pinewoods and out to the Plantain Loch.
Distance: 1.5km/0.9miles Duration: 3/4 hour Height Gain: 10 metres/33 feet
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Mabie Forest - All Abilities Trail
A leisurely walk through exotic conifers, taking in a sensory garden and woodland pond.
Distance: 1.5km/0.9miles Duration: 1/2 hour Height Gain: 10 metres/33 feet
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Drumlanrig Country Park (Walking World)
This pleasant 'walk round the estate' is in Drumlanrig Country Park.
Distance: 12km/7.5miles Duration: 1 1/2 hours Height Gain: 50 metres/165 feet
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Caerlaverock & Solway Marshes
An amazing amount of historic interest & scenic diversity packed into this short walk.
Distance: 5.6km/3.5miles Duration: 1 1/2 hours Height Gain: 30 metres/99 feet
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Annan, Waterfoot and Summergate Lane
A walk exploring Annan's maritime past and the Solway Firth.
Distance: 5km/3.1miles Duration: 2 hours Height Gain: 50 metres/165 feet |
