Water Sports

Loch Ken is an ideal centre to enjoy all water sports - wind surfing, sailing, rowing, canoeing and water skiing. The loch is zoned for the different activities. A system of registration for all motorised craft is in force. The rules and conditions concerning zoning must be observed at all times.

Visitors bringing their own boats to the Park must observe carefully all rules and conditions below.

All motor boats must be registered before launching.

Registration fees - Annual:

These are due for all motor boats on the loch and are payable to Dumfries and Galloway Council. Visitors to Loch Ken Holiday Park can register in advance at the Planning Services Office, 4 Market Street, Castle Douglas (Tel: 01556 502 351). Registration can otherwise be done at the Park Shop.

PLEASE NOTE:
Owners of motor boats over 6HP MUST have their own third party insurance. Insurance documents MUST be shown in order to register.

Current prices:

Over 6HP - First reg £24.00 p.a. - Renewal £16.00 p.a.
Under 6HP - First reg £16.00 p.a. - Renewal £8.00 p.a.
Registration boards for inflatables £5.50 pair.

Ski Boats:

There may be a system brought in to limit the number of ski boats in use on the loch at any one time. This is under consideration by the Loch Ken Management Committee.

Parking / Launching / Mooring Fees :

All boats brought onto the Park by road or water, for Loch Ken use, will be charged as shown below. Payable to Loch Ken Holiday Park.

Ski Boat - £20.00 per day, £50.00 2-7 days
Motor Boat - £10.00 per day, £30.00 4-7 days
Sailing / Windsurfing / Rowing / Canoe - £4.00 per day, £15.00 4-7 days
Inflatable with engine - £6.00 per day, £20.00 4-7 days