Kirroughtree Forest: Larg Hill Trail

At a Glance

Distance

7.0 km (4.3 miles)

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

3 hr

Walk Type

Forest, Lake, Woodland

Route Type

Circular

Off Lead Potential

High

Livestock Risk

None

Facilities

Kirroughtree Visitor Centre with cafe, toilets, shop and bike hire at the start.

Parking

Kirroughtree Visitor Centre car park, Forestry and Land Scotland; FLS notes a charge at some of its sites.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Kirroughtree Forest: Larg Hill Trail dog friendly?

  Kirroughtree Forest rates highly for dogs, and the Larg Hill Trail is one of the better forest walks in Dumfries and Galloway for bringing a dog along. There's no farm livestock in the forest, natural water at Bruntis Loch and a burn along the route, and plenty of shade from the conifers on warmer days. The visitor centre at the start has a cafe, toilets and a car park, making it a comfortable half day out.

• Can dogs be off lead at Kirroughtree Forest: Larg Hill Trail?

  Yes, dogs can enjoy good stretches off lead here, as there's no grazing livestock on the forest tracks. That said, parts of the trail share sections with mountain bike routes, so it's worth calling your dog in when you hear riders approaching. There's also a short stretch of public road on the circuit where a lead is advisable.

• What should I know before visiting Kirroughtree Forest: Larg Hill Trail with my dog?

  The Larg Hill Trail is a 7km circuit with long, fairly steep gradients and some sections that can be muddy after rain, so it's worth wearing suitable footwear and allowing around three hours. Mountain bikes share parts of the route, so keeping an eye out for riders and having a reliable recall will make things easier. Parking is at Kirroughtree Visitor Centre off the A75 at Palnure — Forestry and Land Scotland notes a charge applies at some of its sites, so it's worth having change or a card handy.

Kirroughtree Visitor Centre, Palnure, Newton Stewart DG8 7BE

54.9543, -4.4195