Dungeon Hill from Craigencallie House
A 621 m Donald in Galloway & Carrick, climbed from Craigencallie House.
- Distance
- 24.1 km
- Ascent
- 930 m
- Time
- 7–9.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 621 m
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About this walk
Dungeon Hill from Craigencallie House is a hard 24.1 km out-and-back walk with 930 m of ascent, taking 7 to 9.5 hours. It starts at Craigencallie House (grid reference NX 503 778). It climbs Dungeon Hill (621 m), a Donald.
At 621 m (2,037 ft), Dungeon Hill is one of the Donalds of Galloway & Carrick.
This route starts from Craigencallie House and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top. It's a long day: many people cycle any track at the start.
Route
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The approach
From Craigencallie House, follow the path and tracks towards Dungeon Hill.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Dungeon Hill.
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Return
Retrace your steps to the start.
Summit
621 m
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Dungeon Hill from Craigencallie House take?
- Most walkers take 7–9.5 hours for the 24.1 km route, which has 930 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 Craigencallie House (grid reference NX 503 778). 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?
- Craignaw (646 m, Graham, Donald); Dungeon Hill (621 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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