Walking

The mild climate created by the gulf stream produces wonderful gardens at Logan Botanic Gardens and Castle Kennedy for you to walk around.  Culzean Castle has acres of land to walk in as well as a swan pond and deer park to view the wildlife.

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• Culzean Castle
• Castle Kennedy
• Logan Botanic Gardens

If you're looking for a more strenuous challenge, the Galloway Forest has miles of walking and cycling tracks as well as fabulous scenery. 

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• The Galloway Forest

Short walks around the vicinity of Balkissock Lodge reveal wonderful views of the Stinchar Valley, the Galloway Forest as well as views out to sea.