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Blacktop Hill

Hill, Mountain in Ayrshire

Scotland

Blacktop Hill

Brown Carrick Hill Summit.
Brown Carrick Hill Credit: Richard Webb

Blacktop Hill is a prominent landmark located in Ayrshire, a county in southwestern Scotland. Standing at an elevation of approximately 475 meters (1,558 feet), it is considered one of the highest hills in the region. The hill is situated near the village of Dalmellington and lies within the expansive Galloway Forest Park.

Blacktop Hill is characterized by its distinctive rounded shape and is covered in heather and grasses, giving it a vibrant green appearance during the summer months. The hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the picturesque Galloway Hills and the sparkling waters of Loch Doon.

A popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, Blacktop Hill provides various walking trails and paths that cater to different levels of difficulty. The ascent to the summit can be challenging but rewarding, as it offers sweeping vistas of the Ayrshire countryside and beyond.

The hill is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare bird species such as the red grouse and peregrine falcon. Visitors may also encounter deer, rabbits, and other small mammals while exploring the area.

Blacktop Hill is a cherished natural resource and is managed by the Forestry and Land Scotland. The organization ensures the preservation of the hill's natural beauty and promotes responsible outdoor activities for visitors.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 55.4017/-4.7348534 or Grid Reference NS2615. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Brown Carrick Hill Summit.
Brown Carrick Hill
Summit.
Dunure Harbour, Ayrshire The tiny village of Dunure is worth a visit. There's a great pub and a fantastic view.
Dunure Harbour, Ayrshire
The tiny village of Dunure is worth a visit. There's a great pub and a fantastic view.
Dunure Castle, Ayrshire The ruined castle in the village of Dunure.
Dunure Castle, Ayrshire
The ruined castle in the village of Dunure.
Dunure Castle
Dunure Castle
Dunure Castle The ruins of Dunure Castle, Ayrshire
Dunure Castle
The ruins of Dunure Castle, Ayrshire
Carrick Hills - footpath to Dunure Start of footpath to Dunure - rough grazing and Gorse
Carrick Hills - footpath to Dunure
Start of footpath to Dunure - rough grazing and Gorse
Dunure Castle This photo, taken 20 years ago, shows how little the castle has changed.
Dunure Castle
This photo, taken 20 years ago, shows how little the castle has changed.
The beach at Dunure
The beach at Dunure
The Coast Road from Drumshang Looking along the A719 coast road towards Dunure Mains Farm. This scenic route is very popular with holidaymakers and local people alike.
The Coast Road from Drumshang
Looking along the A719 coast road towards Dunure Mains Farm. This scenic route is very popular with holidaymakers and local people alike.
Dunure Mains
Dunure Mains
Fisherton The village of Fisherton, viewed from the lower slopes of Blacktop Hill. Arran is clear in the background, across the Firth of Clyde.
Fisherton
The village of Fisherton, viewed from the lower slopes of Blacktop Hill. Arran is clear in the background, across the Firth of Clyde.
Communications Mast at Fisherton This large mast is a prominent local landmark.
Communications Mast at Fisherton
This large mast is a prominent local landmark.
Dunduff Castle Dunduff Castle, viewed from the ancient Earthwork. The three communication masts on Brown Carrick Hill are visible on the skyline.
Dunduff Castle
Dunduff Castle, viewed from the ancient Earthwork. The three communication masts on Brown Carrick Hill are visible on the skyline.
Fisherton Farm
Fisherton Farm
Down the Burn Viewed on a fine April morning, with the horizon lost in haze over the Firth of Clyde. A Wheatear was perched on the rocks as I approached.
Down the Burn
Viewed on a fine April morning, with the horizon lost in haze over the Firth of Clyde. A Wheatear was perched on the rocks as I approached.
Ailsa Craig Really Is There Looking down from Blacktop Hill on a fine April morning. Ailsa Craig is just visible through the haze over the Firth of Clyde. While the gorse makes a spectacular show on the slopes, it's virtually impenetrable for walkers.
Ailsa Craig Really Is There
Looking down from Blacktop Hill on a fine April morning. Ailsa Craig is just visible through the haze over the Firth of Clyde. While the gorse makes a spectacular show on the slopes, it's virtually impenetrable for walkers.
Forest Edge Looking back towards Blacktop Hill from the edge of the plantation.
Forest Edge
Looking back towards Blacktop Hill from the edge of the plantation.
Forest and Moor The forest edge on a fine April morning. There was plenty wildlife. I saw 2 Buzzards, heard many Willow Warblers and disturbed a fox in the heather,
Forest and Moor
The forest edge on a fine April morning. There was plenty wildlife. I saw 2 Buzzards, heard many Willow Warblers and disturbed a fox in the heather,
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Blacktop Hill is located at Grid Ref: NS2615 (Lat: 55.4017, Lng: -4.7348534)

Unitary Authority: South Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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