Glenkiln Loop

Starting from Dumfries Railway Station this route soon leaves the bustling town behind. Before you know it, you're enjoying the rolling countryside, slowly ascending up to the Glenkiln Reservoir. Then it's a lovely descent back down through Irongray and returning to the starting point.

Route Summary

  • Distance
    26 miles / 42 km
  • Time
    02:10
  • Ascent
    1,017 feet / 310 m
  • Difficulty Level
    Moderate
  • Terrain
    Road
  • Start Point
    Dumfries Railway Station
  • End Point
    Dumfries Railway Station
  • How to Get There

    The Glenkiln Loop is fully accessible via public transport from Dumfries Railway Station

  • Downloads
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Route Map

Gallery

Rolling countryside with stone walls along the Glenkiln Loop in Dumfries and Galloway

Stone Walls

Field of sheep and lambs along the Glenkiln Loop in Dumfries and Galloway

Lambs

Irongray Church and graveyard along the Glenkiln Loop in Dumfries and Galloway

Irongray Church

Black faced sheep with curly horns along the Glenkiln Loop in Dumfries and Galloway

Curly Wurly

Belted Galloway cows in the countryside along the Glenkiln Loop in Dumfries and Galloway

Belties

Directional sign for the Glenkiln Loop in Dumfries and Galloway

Follow the sign!

Topiary bird near the Glenkiln Reservoir Glenkiln Loop in Dumfries and Galloway

Big Bird

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