The Top 5 Peaks around Castle Douglas
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Castle Douglas is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 5
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Last updated: September 20, 2025
Screel Hill is a modest 344m hill located near Castle Douglas. Whilst it's not the largest in area, it does provide some top-notch views toward Auchencairn Bay and out as far as Solway Firth and Hestan Island.
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Great views and worth the climb if you’re visiting!
If you are going to try it with a bike then climb the north path and go down the south path. It’s steep!
Hikers will be fine.
If you are going to try it with a bike then climb the north path and go down the south path. It’s steep!
Hikers will be fine.
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Bengairn is a 391m hill on the Dumfries and Galloway coast. It is classified as a Marilyn because it has over 150m of prominence.
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Bengairn is a 391m summit overlooking Auchencairn Bay and Rough Firth. With over 150m of prominence it is classified as a Marilyn.
Bengairn is usually climbed with its near neighbour …
Bengairn is usually climbed with its near neighbour …
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It's a very steep pull up to the top but all on a good surface, and the views for miles across coast, forest, farmland and hills are worth the hard work
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