The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland

Welcome to the Galloway Activity Centre. We are situated on the banks of Loch Ken in south west Scotland and have an exciting range of activities for families, individuals and groups alike. Here you will find details of our services & facilities including activities, courses, equipment hire, accommodation and holiday packages. Choose from: Sailing, Windsurfing, Powerboating, Kayaking, Canoeing, Outdoor Laser Tag, Archery, Mountain Biking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Giant Water Slide, Climbing and more...Our aim is to give you a memorable holiday in a safe and friendly family atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you.

Forrest Estate is a purpose built country sports activity centre in the specializing in providing access and education for a full range of country sports including clay pigeon shooting, rifle shooting and trout fishing located on a breathtaking 11,000 acre private estate in the heart of Dumfries and Galloway. Everyone welcome including ladies, children and families. A.P.S.I qualified, professional and friendly instruction is provided.

Experience the exhilaration of Flyboarding in Dumfries with fully qualified and insured instructors. No experience needed, just turn up and we'll have you up in the air in no time. From beginners to advanced tricks we can teach you to do amazing things on the water. We provide you with a wetsuit, bouyancy aid, helmet and of course the Flyboard and jetski. Instruction is one to one so you can be sure you'll get complete attention for your session with us.

Clark's Little Ark is not a business but open and free of charge to all visitors. The Friends of Clark's Little Ark Charity Number SCO48429

The centre relies on visitor donations. COVID19 = NO VISITORS = NO DONATIONS = NO INCOME. https://www.gofundme.com/f/keep-the-centre-going?utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_na+share-sheet&pc_code=ot_co_dashboard_a&rcid=67539b70585b4b34821794a367706289&fbclid=IwAR1ZBffoIKWuSNWAPRrU7bHj_eBGFeo9K5gca9PhEvsXBLNcbMgJtgZvfIk

The Annandale Way is a 56 mile (90km) long distance walking route starting in the hills above Moffat and following the River Annan down to the Solway Estuary at Annan. It was originally developed by Sulwath Connections and local communities in 2009 with the support of local estates and farmers to help promote Annandale as a new area for walking.

Walk coast to coast across Southern Scotland along this 212 mile walking path, passing through a varied landscape of valleys, forests and rugged uplands, all steeped in Scottish history and tradition.

This 10-mile road winds along the Black Water of Dee and through the forest.

Here at Laggan Outdoor we offer a range of different adventure activities suitable for all ages, 18 beautiful Seaview Snugs AND the most gorgeous events venue perfect for a business trip, romantic getaway or just an exciting day out with family and friends. The activities that we offer are; Scotlands longest Zipwire (which is a whopping 820 metres), Water balling, Coastal Segway Tours, Archery, Clay Pigeon Shooting and Grass Sledging! Our Seaview Snugs are part of our newer developments, we are very proud to say we now have 18 gorgeous snugs. The inside of the snugs are almost as beautiful as the view outside! Finally our newest development here at Laggan is the gorgeous events venue, it's beautiful interior has been designed to provide a more rural feel to fit our country area. We would absolutely love to have you along to us but make sure to book and check all restrictions before your arrival to make sure you are guaranteed a space. We can't wait to have you here!