Blackhope Scar from Moorfoot
A 652 m Graham in Moffat Hills & the Borders, climbed from Moorfoot.
- Distance
- 10.8 km
- Ascent
- 420 m
- Time
- 3–4.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 652 m
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About this walk
Blackhope Scar from Moorfoot is a hard 10.8 km out-and-back walk with 420 m of ascent, taking 3 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Moorfoot (grid reference NT 296 523). It climbs Blackhope Scar (652 m), a Graham.
Blackhope Scar is a 652 m Graham in Moffat Hills & the Borders.
This route starts from Moorfoot and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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1
The approach
From Moorfoot, follow the path and tracks towards Blackhope Scar.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Blackhope Scar.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
652 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Blackhope Scar from Moorfoot take?
- Most walkers take 3–4.5 hours for the 10.8 km route, which has 420 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Moorfoot (grid reference NT 296 523). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded hard. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Blackhope Scar (652 m, Graham, Donald).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep graze the lower slopes: keep dogs on a lead, especially during lambing (April and May).
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