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About The Merrick Footpath
Please note that there is tree cutting happening in this area, the path remains open but please follow all signage and advice given along the trail. This work will take 10 weeks to complete. (updated 10.02.2011)
This footpath leads you from Bruce's Stone (3 miles on from the visitor centre) to the summit of South Scotlands highest mountain at 843 metres.
The footpath begins at the Bruce's stone car park, and climbs through woodland before emerging onto the open hill, about half way up. The first summit you meet in Benyellary, before you drop down and then back up onto the Merrick.
The Merrick should only be attempted by experienced hillwalkers. Remember mountain weather condidtions can change quickly, ensure you have adequate clothing, food and are wearing sturdy footwear.
How to get there:
The Merrick Footpath can be started from Glentrool Visitor Centre in Galloway Forest Park. Newton Stewart is the nearest town or village.
From Newton Stewart take A714 signposted to Girvan for eight miles. Take right turn at Bargrennan signposted Galloway Forest Park. Take next right turn just past Glentrool village signpost to Glentrool Visitor Centre.
By Bus: 359, goes from Newton Stewart to Ayr, stopping at Glentrool Village
OS Grid Reference: NX 372 786
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com
| Glentrool Visitor Centre Facilities. |
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| Length of trail: 4 (8 miles there and back) miles |
| Approximate time of trail: Depends on fitness |
| Open or closed: open There is tree cutting operations going on in this area. |
| Click here to find out what else you can do in this forest. |
Contact: |
| Galloway Forest District 01671 402420 e-mail: galloway@forestry.gsi.gov.uk |
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