Awies Hill

Hill, Mountain in Wigtownshire

Scotland

Awies Hill

"Danger, soft ground, deep pools" Fenced off part of the moorland adjacent to the Innermessan to Penwhirn road. Not sure what it's about, unless it is something to do with the World War II bombing range on the moor.
"Danger, soft ground, deep pools" Credit: Oliver Dixon

Awies Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Wigtownshire, in the southwestern part of Scotland. It is part of the Galloway Hills, which form a picturesque range in this region. With an elevation of approximately 681 meters (2,234 feet), Awies Hill stands as one of the highest peaks in the area.

The hill is situated within the Galloway Forest Park, which is known for its stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity. The park covers an area of about 300 square miles, making it one of the largest forest parks in the UK. Awies Hill offers visitors breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the sprawling forests, sparkling lochs, and rolling hills that characterize the region.

The summit of Awies Hill is easily accessible to hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, with several well-marked trails leading to the top. The ascent can be challenging at times, but the effort is rewarded with stunning vistas that stretch as far as the eye can see. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the distant Isle of Man.

The hill is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including several species of birds, mammals, and plants. Nature lovers can spot red deer, golden eagles, and wild goats, as well as various wildflowers and heather that adorn the hillside.

Overall, Awies Hill is a must-visit destination for those seeking to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and tranquility of Wigtownshire.

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Awies Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.982838/-4.9656045 or Grid Reference NX1069. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

"Danger, soft ground, deep pools" Fenced off part of the moorland adjacent to the Innermessan to Penwhirn road. Not sure what it's about, unless it is something to do with the World War II bombing range on the moor.
"Danger, soft ground, deep pools"
Fenced off part of the moorland adjacent to the Innermessan to Penwhirn road. Not sure what it's about, unless it is something to do with the World War II bombing range on the moor.
Track to Loch Ree This is the only access to the fishing loch of Loch Ree which lies some 2 km from the Innermessan to Penwhirn road
Track to Loch Ree
This is the only access to the fishing loch of Loch Ree which lies some 2 km from the Innermessan to Penwhirn road
Track to Loch Ree This is the only access to the fishing loch of Loch Ree which lies some 2 km from the Innermessan to Penwhirn road
Track to Loch Ree
This is the only access to the fishing loch of Loch Ree which lies some 2 km from the Innermessan to Penwhirn road
Diddles Hill A singularly featureless stretch of extremely damp, tussocky moorland
Diddles Hill
A singularly featureless stretch of extremely damp, tussocky moorland
Cattle grid on Braid Fell The summit in the distance is Berneraird [<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/NX1378">NX1378</a>]
Cattle grid on Braid Fell
The summit in the distance is Berneraird [NX1378]
Diddles Hill The van is parked at the nearest access for the 2Km trek into the fishing loch of Loch Ree.
Diddles Hill
The van is parked at the nearest access for the 2Km trek into the fishing loch of Loch Ree.
Penwhirn reservoir Viewed from the northern shore, Penwhirn is the water supply for most of Wigtownshire.
Penwhirn reservoir
Viewed from the northern shore, Penwhirn is the water supply for most of Wigtownshire.
Lake Superior Start of lake Superior from forest track.
Lake Superior
Start of lake Superior from forest track.
Forest Quarry View across newly planted trees to old disused quarry.
Forest Quarry
View across newly planted trees to old disused quarry.
Quarry Road Road junction heading for quarry, road to the right is towards Lake Superior.
Quarry Road
Road junction heading for quarry, road to the right is towards Lake Superior.
Lake Superior Lake Superior from the quarry road.
Lake Superior
Lake Superior from the quarry road.
Old Quarry
Old Quarry
Lake Superior View down the lake from the forest track.
Lake Superior
View down the lake from the forest track.
Lake Superior Close up view of the lake, has the same spelling as its American cousin but smaller is beautiful.
Lake Superior
Close up view of the lake, has the same spelling as its American cousin but smaller is beautiful.
Quarry Junction Forest track looking back at road junction, lake is just past the trees on the right.
Quarry Junction
Forest track looking back at road junction, lake is just past the trees on the right.
Forestry Road
Forestry Road
Forest Road Road goes round a little hill called Lainchalloch.
Forest Road
Road goes round a little hill called Lainchalloch.
Forest Burn Unnamed burn flows towards and joins the Penwhirn burn.
Forest Burn
Unnamed burn flows towards and joins the Penwhirn burn.
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Awies Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX1069 (Lat: 54.982838, Lng: -4.9656045)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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Awies Hill Loch Ree

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