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About Doach Wood
Dominated by some of the tallest trees in southwest Scotland, soaring to 40 metres above the woodland floor, two short walks climb steeply to a stunning viewpoint. The breathtaking panorama out to the Solway Coast makes the hard work worthwhile!
By far the largest trees in the wood are the Douglas firs. This species of tree was discovered by the Scottish colonist Archibald Menzies on the west coast of North America in 1791, but named after another Scot, David Douglas, who sent seed to Britain in 1825.
How to get there:
Doach Wood is part of Forests of the Solway Coast. Castle Douglas, Palnackie, Auchencairn, and Dalbeattie are the nearest towns or villages.
The car park is situated off the B736, west of Palnackie and south of Castle Douglas.
The nearest train station is in Dumfries.
OS Grid Reference: NX9371
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com
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Doach Wood Car ParkOther places to go in Forests of the Solway Coast
What's on in Forests of the Solway Coast
April
- Easter Treasure Hunt Saturday 3 April 2010
- Easter in the Forest Monday 5 April 2010
May
- Owl Ringing Saturday 1 May 2010 to Monday 31 May 2010
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Contact:
Recreation Ranger
01387 860247
e-mail: dumfries&borders@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
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