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Cairnsmore of Fleet (Adventure walk)

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Dumfries & District Group

Dumfries & District Ramblers enable you to enjoy great walks in the local area, the Galloway and Moffat Hills plus the Lake District with a very friendly group.

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Overview

A five hour walk in the Galloway Hills to this iconic summit with forest tracks, open ground and tussocky hillside.

Saturday, 12 July 2025
Meeting time:
8:30 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
710.5m / 2331ft
Type:
circular

Maps  Lr 77  EX 319

Features

  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NX 97500 75801
Nearest postcode:
DG1 2LB
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Meeting time:
8:30 am

Brooms road car park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NX 46300 63201
Nearest postcode:
DG8 7BB
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Start time:
10:00 am

Minor road near Palnure off A75

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  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE