Tarfessock and Kirriereoch Hill
2 Donalds in Galloway & Carrick, climbed together from Glencaird.
- Distance
- 19 km
- Ascent
- 720 m
- Time
- 5.5–7.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 787 m
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About this walk
Tarfessock and Kirriereoch Hill is a hard 19 km circular walk with 720 m of ascent, taking 5.5 to 7.5 hours. It starts at Glencaird (grid reference NX 361 860). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Kirriereoch Hill at 787 m.
Tarfessock and Kirriereoch Hill are Donalds in Galloway & Carrick, close enough to climb together. The higher, Kirriereoch Hill, reaches 787 m (2,581 ft).
From Glencaird, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Glencaird, follow the path and tracks towards Tarfessock.
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2
The summits
Climb Tarfessock, then continue to Kirriereoch Hill.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
696 m
787 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Tarfessock and Kirriereoch Hill take?
- Most walkers take 5.5–7.5 hours for the 19 km route, which has 720 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 Glencaird (grid reference NX 361 860). 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?
- Kirriereoch Hill (787 m, Donald); Tarfessock (696 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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