Hiking up Criffel makes you feel a lot higher than you are thanks to its extraordinary position on the edge of the vast Solway Firth. With the summit at 1,867 …

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Location: New Abbey, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Grace Mulligan

March 10, 2023

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This fantastic peak in southern Scotland offers magnificent views across the Barbara Channel toward England. On a clear day, it's possible to see the hills of the Lake District and even out to the Isle of Man.

David

November 4, 2021

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From Ardwell there is now a well made, well drained and firm path, so no longer a boggy route.
The route from New Abbey via Knochandoch is best done wen its frozen making the ground firm.
If cloud comes in when it's covered in snow, navigation can be tricky from the top.

Ian Baines

August 30, 2024

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Criffel at 569m doesn’t quite reach the height necessary to qualify as a Donald or Graham but it does qualify as a Marilyn with well over the required 150m of …

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Knockendoch to Criffel loop

12.3km

04:06

550m

Embark on the Knockendoch to Criffel loop, a moderate hike spanning 7.7 miles (12.3 km) with an elevation gain of 1815 feet (553 metres), typically completed in 4 hours and…

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Criffel from Ardwall Trail

7.25km

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Hike the moderate Criffel from Ardwall Trail for 4.5 miles (7.3 km) to enjoy panoramic views across the Solway Firth and beyond.

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Loch Kindar – Criffel Summit loop from New Abbey

13.1km

04:24

580m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: New Abbey, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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