Glen Trool
The Highlands in miniature
Glen Trool, Galloway's jewel in the crown, with its wild beauty and fascinating history. Home to South Scotland's highest mountain - the magnificent Merrick.
Climb the Merrick and stand on top of Galloway and enjoy views of lonely hill lochs like Enoch and Neldricken or gaze down along ridges with names like Rig of the Gloon. Walk beside Loch Trool where battles were lost and won. Walk or cycle the Glen Trool trails and find out more about this wild and fascinating corner of Galloway.
How to get there:
Glen Trool is part of Galloway Forest Park. Glen Trool is the nearest town or village.
By car:
From Newton Stewart:
Take the A714 signposted Girvan. Turn right, signposted Glen Trool village.
OS Grid Reference: NX371786
Start your visit from:
Glentrool Visitor Centre Other places to go in Galloway Forest Park