Culsharg is a non-MBA bothy that sits on the Merrick Trail in the Galloway Forest Park. It's quite close to the road so probably a busy bothy, we didn't have time to stop and explore inside unfortunately.

Leanne Wrightson

May 25, 2024

Hiking

2024 update: There's no windows or doors, but there's a roof that looks pretty solid. Use at your own risk, of course 🙏

Marisa

May 4, 2025

Hiking

The bench is no longer there. There was a swallows nest in the room to left of door so try not to disturb it. Beautiful views from it and neighbouring burn

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1. Loch Trool to Merrick return

12.9km

04:42

820m

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

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2. The Merrick Summit – Bruce's Stone Memorial loop from Glentrool Village

15.5km

05:19

810m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Bruce's Stone Memorial – Benyellary Summit loop from Buchan Burn

9.08km

03:25

600m

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

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Elevation 320 m

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Location: Cree Valley, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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1. Loch Trool to Merrick return

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