The Top 5 Peaks around Skelmorlie
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Skelmorlie is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 5
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Skelmorlie for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Skelmorlie for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 21, 2025
Knock Hill Summit and Iron Age Fort
Highlight • Historical Site
A large, grassy hill offering views over Cumbraes, Arran, Bute and the Firth of Clyde.
Upon reaching the summit, you'll be greeted by a trig point, as well as the remains of an Iron-Age hill fort.
Upon reaching the summit, you'll be greeted by a trig point, as well as the remains of an Iron-Age hill fort.
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Blaeloch Hill
Highlight • Summit
An area of moorland, high above the Clyde Coastline.
On top of the hillside, you'll find the small Blae Loch, as well as the remains of a crashed WW2 aircraft.
On top of the hillside, you'll find the small Blae Loch, as well as the remains of a crashed WW2 aircraft.
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Corlick Hill
Highlight • Summit
Corlick Hill stands at 303m, and offers uninterrupted 360-degree views over the Clyde Muirshiel Park.
The surround area is littered with history, featuring damage from WW2 bombs, and remnants of Iron Age and Roman buildings.
The surround area is littered with history, featuring damage from WW2 bombs, and remnants of Iron Age and Roman buildings.
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Windy Hill Cairn
Highlight • Natural Monument
This route follows good paths but there is a bit of a boggy section after reaching Windy Hill Cairn.. Good footwear required
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Corlick Hill 360° View
Highlight • Viewpoint
If you're taking in in as part of a loop there's no bike track up from the west side, so be prepared to carry it in places. Great gravel track down through the windfarm on the east side.
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