Mullwharchar and Craignaw
2 Grahams in Galloway & Carrick, climbed together from Caldons.
- Distance
- 21.5 km
- Ascent
- 1130 m
- Time
- 7–9.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 693 m
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About this walk
Mullwharchar and Craignaw is a hard 21.5 km circular walk with 1,130 m of ascent, taking 7 to 9.5 hours. It starts at Caldons (grid reference NX 415 804). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Mullwharchar at 693 m.
Mullwharchar and Craignaw are Grahams in Galloway & Carrick, close enough to climb together. The higher, Mullwharchar, reaches 693 m (2,273 ft).
From Caldons, 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. It's a long day: many people cycle any track at the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Caldons, follow the path and tracks towards Mullwharchar.
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2
The summits
Climb Mullwharchar, then continue to Craignaw.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
693 m
646 m
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Mullwharchar and Craignaw take?
- Most walkers take 7–9.5 hours for the 21.5 km route, which has 1,130 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 415 804). 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?
- Mullwharchar (693 m, Graham, Donald); Craignaw (646 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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