Merrick from Glen Trool
An 843 m Corbett in Galloway & Carrick, climbed from Glen Trool.
- Distance
- 14.9 km
- Ascent
- 900 m
- Time
- 5–6.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 843 m
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About this walk
Merrick from Glen Trool is a hard 14.9 km out-and-back walk with 900 m of ascent, taking 5 to 6.5 hours. It starts at Glen Trool (grid reference NX 414 803). It climbs Merrick (843 m), a Corbett.
Merrick is an 843 m Corbett in Galloway & Carrick. It stands well clear of the hills around it, so the summit view is a wide one.
This route starts from Glen Trool 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 Glen Trool, follow the path and tracks towards Merrick.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Merrick.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
843 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Merrick from Glen Trool take?
- Most walkers take 5–6.5 hours for the 14.9 km route, which has 900 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 Glen Trool (grid reference NX 414 803). 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?
- Merrick (843 m, Corbett, 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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