The Top 20 Peaks in the Southern Uplands Mountains
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in the Southern Uplands Mountains is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
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 in the Southern Uplands Mountains 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 in the Southern Uplands Mountains for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 19, 2025
The Merrick Summit
Highlight • Natural Monument
Rising from Galloway Forest Park, the first area in the UK to be given Dark Sky Park status, The Merrick is one of the five fingers of the ‘Range of …
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Cairnsmore of Fleet Summit Trig Point
Highlight • Viewpoint
This is a very easy to reach top that is quite varied in terms of terrain. The way up can feel quite long, but the views from the top are …
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Culter Fell Summit
Highlight • Viewpoint
There is extensive sheep farming and sporting activity in the area, so care should be taken when accessing Culter Fell in the spring or late summer. Please be mindful and …
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Cairnsmore of Carsphairn Summit
Highlight • Climb
This beautiful grassy summit is the tallest in the northern Galloway range. After your short but steep climb, you'll be rewarded with stunning views toward southern Scotland.
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White Coomb Summit
Highlight • Viewpoint
Glorious views across the Southern Uplands of Scotland at the top of White Coomb hill.
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Dun Rig Summit
Highlight • Viewpoint
Dun Rig at 744m is the highest point in the northern Manor Hills. There is a trig point on the summit and great views into the Moorfoot Hills, Pentlands, rest …
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Gypsy Glen and Cross Borders Drove Road Trail Junction
Highlight • Trail
This is the point where the blue-rated Gypsy Glen MTB trail (a 14 mile/23km circular route from Glentress) splits briefly from the Cross Borders Drove Road bridleway for just over …
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Summit Cairn, Minch Moor
Highlight • Viewpoint
The intersection of a variety of MTB and walking trails, the summit of Minch Moor is also blessed with a substantial cairn. And from a biking perspective, once you've enjoyed …
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Priesthope Hill
Highlight • MTB Park
From the top of Priesthope Hill, the adventurous mountain bicyclist is faced with a plethora of opportunities.
Should they head west and join myriad exquisitely steep, technical trails in the …
Should they head west and join myriad exquisitely steep, technical trails in the …
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Broad Law Summit
Highlight • Viewpoint
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