Craigieburn Forest

Find space to breathe at Craigieburn

The countryside around Moffat, famous for its toffee and wool shops, is some of the most beautiful but least explored in Scotland.

Craigieburn Forest, spreading up the valley side from the Moffat Water, offers great views of the rolling hills – if you don’t mind a bit of a climb.

Walking trails

Craigieburn Forest route card (PDF)

Walking

Craigieburn Trail (closed)

A wonderfully varied walk up to a great viewpoint over Moffat Dale and the dramatic hills of the Southern Uplands.

Mostly wide but loose gravel tracks. Some narrow and uneven earth sections, including areas that may be muddy or wet. Long slopes with some steep sections.

2 ¾ miles / 4.5 km

Allow 1 ½ hours

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The steep climb is well worth the effort for the views up the valley of the Moffat Water. When there’s a mixture of sunshine and cloud in the valley, the light can be mysteriously magical.

Facilities and access

Walking

Parking

Picnic area

Life’s essentials

You’ll find public toilets and plenty of places to eat in Moffat.

Car parking information

There is no charge to park in this car park. Please park with care and consideration. In particular please park in designated parking areas only and do not block entrances or gates.

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Getting here

From Moffat, take the A708 towards Selkirk. The car park is signposted on the left after about 2 ½ miles.

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DG10 9LF is the nearest postcode.

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