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Carrick Forest Drive
 

A two way forest drive connecting Loch Doon with Stinchar Bridge. It offers one of the easiest ways of becoming more familiar with some of Ayrshires finest mountain scenery. Viewpoint along the length of the drive offer fantastic views of the Galloway Hills. Various picnic areas and an adventure play area at Loch Riecawr

How to get there:

Carrick Forest Drive can be started from Loch Doon Car Park in Carrick which is part of Galloway Forest Park. Dalmellington is the nearest town or village.

From Dalmellington:, 1 mile south of Dalmellington turn off the A713 - signed Galloway Forest Park. Follow this road for 8 miles along the side of Loch Doon.

OS Grid Reference: NX 476942

View from the Carrick Forest drive

Loch Doon Car Park Facilities.
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Grade of trail:
Trail waymarking:
Length of trail:
6 miles
Approximate time of trail:
Open or closed:
closed Unfortunately due to forest operations and essential road maintainance work the forest drive will be closed for most of the season.


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Caution: Walkers and Cyclists also use this road, please drive carefully. Please follow the 15mph speed limit along all forest roads.

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