Gana Hill, Wedder Law and Scaw'd Law
3 Donalds in Galloway & Carrick, climbed together from Thornhill.
- Distance
- 22.3 km
- Ascent
- 950 m
- Time
- 6.5–9 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 673 m
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About this walk
Gana Hill, Wedder Law and Scaw'd Law is a hard 22.3 km circular walk with 950 m of ascent, taking 6.5 to 9 hours. It starts at Thornhill (grid reference NX 900 992). It climbs 3 listed hills, the highest Wedder Law at 673 m.
Gana Hill, Wedder Law and Scaw'd Law are Donalds in Galloway & Carrick, close enough to climb together. The highest, Wedder Law, reaches 673 m (2,208 ft).
This route starts from Thornhill and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top. 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 Thornhill, follow the path and tracks towards Gana Hill.
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The summits
Climb Gana Hill, then continue to Wedder Law and Scaw'd Law.
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Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
Questions about this walk
- How long does Gana Hill, Wedder Law and Scaw'd Law take?
- Most walkers take 6.5–9 hours for the 22.3 km route, which has 950 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 Thornhill (grid reference NX 900 992). 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?
- Wedder Law (673 m, Donald); Gana Hill (668 m, Donald); Scaw'd Law (664 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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