Carlin's Cairn, Meaul and Cairnsgarroch
3 Donalds in Galloway & Carrick, climbed together from Ringreoch Point.
- Distance
- 24.1 km
- Ascent
- 1390 m
- Time
- 8–10.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 807 m
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About this walk
Carlin's Cairn, Meaul and Cairnsgarroch is a hard 24.1 km circular walk with 1,390 m of ascent, taking 8 to 10.5 hours. It starts at Ringreoch Point (grid reference NX 552 863). It climbs 3 listed hills, the highest Carlin's Cairn at 807 m.
Carlin's Cairn, Meaul and Cairnsgarroch are Donalds in Galloway & Carrick, close enough to climb together. The highest, Carlin's Cairn, reaches 807 m (2,648 ft).
This route starts from Ringreoch Point and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start. It's a long day: many people cycle any track at the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Ringreoch Point, follow the path and tracks towards Carlin's Cairn.
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2
The summits
Climb Carlin's Cairn, then continue to Meaul and Cairnsgarroch.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
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Questions about this walk
- How long does Carlin's Cairn, Meaul and Cairnsgarroch take?
- Most walkers take 8–10.5 hours for the 24.1 km route, which has 1,390 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 Ringreoch Point (grid reference NX 552 863). 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 hills does it climb?
- Corserine (814 m, Corbett, Donald); Carlin's Cairn (807 m, Donald); Meaul (695 m, Donald); Cairnsgarroch (659 m, 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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