Dumfries to Gatehouse of Fleet
This ride follows National Cycle Route 7 from Dumfries to Gatehouse of Fleet via Castle Douglas and Kirkcudbright Bay .
You start with a lovely traffic free run along the River Nith in Dumfries and head west to Lochfoot where you pass Lochrutton Loch. The route continues on road to Haugh of Urr crossing Urr Water over the Haugh Bridge, before more quiet country roads take you onto Castle Douglas where you can enjoy a pleasant traffic free run around Carlingwark Loch.
The ride then heads to Kirkcudbright where you cross the River Dee - this section has great views of St Mary's Isle and the beautiful Kirkcudbright Bay. The final stretch takes you to Gatehouse of Fleet from Kirkcudbright with highlights including views of the Islands of Fleet and the Water of Fleet.
Dumfries to Gatehouse of Fleet Ordnance Survey Map 
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Dumfries to Gatehouse of Fleet Open Street Map 
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Dumfries to Gatehouse of Fleet OS Map 
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Dumfries to Gatehouse of Fleet Open Street Map 
- Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking
Further Information and Other Local Ideas
The route is part of the new Kirkpatrick C2C. The epic Coast to Coast route runs across the south of Scotland from Stranraer to Eyemouth.
The Caledonian Cycleway starts in Dumfries. The waymarked route runs to Beattock near Moffat. It passes through the expansive Ae Forest where you will find miles of cycle paths and mountain bike trails.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Elevation Profile
