Galloway Forest Park - Dark Sky Park and outdoor adventure in Dumfries and Galloway.

Galloway Forest Park in Dumfries and Galloway covers 300 square miles of rugged hills, deep glens and sparkling lochs, making it the largest forest park in the UK. Celebrated as the UK's first Dark Sky Park, it offers exceptional stargazing alongside extensive daytime activities. A leading choice for those searching for things to do in Dumfries and Galloway, it provides year-round appeal for walkers, cyclists, wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.

The park's three visitor centres at Glentrool, Kirroughtree and Clatteringshaws act as gateways to well-marked walking trails, mountain biking routes and prime wildlife-watching areas. Visitors may spot red deer, wild goats and diverse birdlife, while scenic drives reveal sweeping landscapes across forest and moorland. After sunset, the unpolluted skies reveal thousands of stars, visible planets and occasional displays of the aurora borealis.

Explore more and experience one of Scotland's most celebrated outdoor destinations by adding Galloway Forest Park to your Dumfries and Galloway itinerary.

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