Carrick Bay
Carrick is a small bay, with a sandy beach sitting at its north eastern end. Carrick Bay separated from the rest of the much larger Fleet Bay to the north by a rocky headland which is about 200 meters long.
The small beach here is reached down the end of a track road and has a very much unspoilt feel to it. It offers excellent views of the surrounding wild and mountainous headlands and coastline.
The sheltered bay, about 100 meters wide, can be used for bathing and water sports such as canoeing. However, most visitors come to the area for the fantastic walking opportunities. There are many coastal paths and the Galloway Forest National Park is nearby. Dogs are allowed on the beach.
Some roadside parking is available near to the beach. Thanks to its remoteness, the area is rarely busy. However, facilities are few and far between, so it might be a good idea to bring a picnic.
Type of beach
Sandy
Lifeguard service
No
Dogs friendly beach?
We do not have information on this beach but restrictions may apply (usually from Easter until the end of Summer)
Nearest town
Postcode
DG7 2DT
OS grid ref.
NX 5770 5061
Parking
Limited roadside parking
Water quality
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Carrick Bay Reviews
Hidden Gem
Arfon
Jul 28th 2020We found this little hidden gem after a visit to Cream o Galloway and then had a picnic lunch at Sandgreen beach and we found Carrick beach quite by accident whilst looking for Knockbrex hill and bay.
Carrick beach is a sandy cove but can get quite windy.
One of my favourite beaches.
Roads appalling
Garry7
Apr 23rd 2022The tracks to Carrick beach are full of pot holes and I wouldn’t take my car down there again. As for facilities, there are none.
Nice spot
Caz
Jul 24th 2024It was only 20 minutes drive from Brighouse Bay, there are signs on the way there. First impression, open spaces with lots of out door picnic benches. A few short walk, one especially for dogs and bikes. Inside clean and well kept, nice friendly staff, clean toilets. Lots of ice cream to choose from, such a treat. Crazy golf, and go carts. I’d definitely recommend this place, I shall be back.
Nigel
Aug 09th 2020Shame now littered with rubbish and human faeces from irresponsible wild campers.