Lamachan Hill from Caldons
A 717 m Graham in Galloway & Carrick, climbed from Caldons.
- Distance
- 13.6 km
- Ascent
- 800 m
- Time
- 4.5–6 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 717 m
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About this walk
Lamachan Hill from Caldons is a hard 13.6 km out-and-back walk with 800 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. It starts at Caldons (grid reference NX 414 802). It climbs Lamachan Hill (717 m), a Graham.
Lamachan Hill is a 717 m Graham in Galloway & Carrick.
From Caldons, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground.
Route
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The approach
From Caldons, follow the path and tracks towards Lamachan Hill.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Lamachan Hill.
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Return
Come back down the way you came.
Summit
717 m
Other routes up Lamachan Hill
Questions about this walk
- How long does Lamachan Hill from Caldons take?
- Most walkers take 4.5–6 hours for the 13.6 km route, which has 800 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 Caldons (grid reference NX 414 802). 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?
- Lamachan Hill (717 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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