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Loch Kindar – Criffel Summit loop from New Abbey

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Loch Kindar – Criffel Summit loop from New Abbey

Moderate

4.6

(10)

58

hikers

Loch Kindar – Criffel Summit loop from New Abbey

04:24

13.1km

580m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

154 m

New Abbey Corn Mill

Highlight • Historical Site

Corn Mill Museum with water wheel

Tip by

2

2.61 km

Loch Kindar

Highlight • Lake

Wonderful location for a picnic next to the beautiful glassy waters of Loch Kindar.

Tip by

3

4.97 km

Ardwall Path to Criffel Summit

Highlight • Forest

This solidly made path takes you from Ardwall (where there is a car park with honesty box) to the summit of Criffel in no time via beautiful woodland and then …

Tip by

4

6.80 km

Criffel Summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

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.

Tip by

5

8.21 km

Gate to the Southern Uplands

Highlight • Trail

A gateway to the rugged hills of southern Scotland.

Tip by

B

13.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.82 km

5.38 km

1.82 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.10 km

4.29 km

1.82 km

810 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (560 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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