Galloway Red Deer Range

Dumfries & Galloway | Galloway Forest Park | Wildlife attraction | ★★

[Galloway Red Deer Range]

The Red Deer Range in Galloway Forest Park is a great place to get up close with one of Scotland's star species; the red deer is the UK's largest mammal, often seen in greater numbers in remote parts of the Highlands. Back here in the Lowlands there are about 60 on the range - hopefully including a few close to the viewing hide if you visit. Guided tours also run including during rutting period (check the website).

[Galloway Red Deer Range]

📌 Red Deer Range (Galloway) ★★
By A712 9 miles northeast of Newton Stewart, G.R.: NX 520732 ///stale.pose.rejoiced
Always open (view from hide only) | Free

[Galloway Red Deer Range]

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