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Wigtownshire Group

We are the Wigtownshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our quarterly Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

A strenuous walk up the now cleared Caldons Burn path to the summit of one of the western Minnigaff Hills.  Hard going but wonderful views on the right day.

Saturday, 4 May 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:
600m / 1968ft
Type:
circular

The paths can be rough and muddy with sections of the famous Galloway tussocks. Waterproof boots and the usual hill walking gear are recommended.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NX 39699 79101
Nearest postcode:
DG8 6SU
what3words:
conquests.shunted.goodbye
Start time:
10:00 am

Caldons Car Park, Glentrool

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our quarterly Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking