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Maratz Hill

Hill, Mountain in Ayrshire

Scotland

Maratz Hill

Little Shalloch Little Shalloch as it appeared in July of 2023
Little Shalloch Credit: John Goss-Smith

Maratz Hill is a prominent hill located in Ayrshire, Scotland. It is part of the Southern Uplands range and stands at an elevation of approximately 500 meters (1,640 feet) above sea level. The hill is known for its rugged terrain and commanding views of the surrounding countryside.

Maratz Hill is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering a variety of walking routes and trails that cater to all levels of fitness and experience. The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including heather, gorse, and various species of birds and wildlife.

At the summit of Maratz Hill, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the Ayrshire countryside, including rolling hills, forests, and farmland. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the coast and the nearby Isle of Arran.

Overall, Maratz Hill is a picturesque and rewarding destination for those seeking to explore the natural beauty of Ayrshire and the Southern Uplands.

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Maratz Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.289194/-4.4695395 or Grid Reference NS4302. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Little Shalloch Little Shalloch as it appeared in July of 2023
Little Shalloch
Little Shalloch as it appeared in July of 2023
Black Loch A view over Black Loch with Shalloch on Minnoch in the distance
Black Loch
A view over Black Loch with Shalloch on Minnoch in the distance
Glenmount Ruined farmstead abandoned by 1856
Glenmount
Ruined farmstead abandoned by 1856
Glenmount Ruined farmstead abandoned by 1856
Glenmount
Ruined farmstead abandoned by 1856
Glenmount Ruined farmstead abandoned by 1856
Glenmount
Ruined farmstead abandoned by 1856
The summit of Meikle Hill of the Shalloch A view from the summit looking towards Wee Hill of the Baing and Big Hill of the Baing
The summit of Meikle Hill of the Shalloch
A view from the summit looking towards Wee Hill of the Baing and Big Hill of the Baing
Baing Loch frozen over
Baing Loch frozen over
Knockdon Farm A hill farm in south Carrick, Ayrshire.
Knockdon Farm
A hill farm in south Carrick, Ayrshire.
Dersalloch Moorland Photo taken from the steep southern flank of Dersalloch Hill looking south east to the Galloway Forest Park in the distance.
Dersalloch Moorland
Photo taken from the steep southern flank of Dersalloch Hill looking south east to the Galloway Forest Park in the distance.
Water of Girvan The upper reaches of the Water of Girvan. The source is Loch Girvan Eye in NX4192. The burn then flows through Cornish Loch and Loch Skelloch before entering Loch Bradan.
Water of Girvan
The upper reaches of the Water of Girvan. The source is Loch Girvan Eye in NX4192. The burn then flows through Cornish Loch and Loch Skelloch before entering Loch Bradan.
Towards Glenauchie Looking down the Girvan Valley towards Glenauchie Farm in late April.
Towards Glenauchie
Looking down the Girvan Valley towards Glenauchie Farm in late April.
Sheep at Glenauchie Grazing land on the fairly steep valley sides above the Water of Girvan.
Sheep at Glenauchie
Grazing land on the fairly steep valley sides above the Water of Girvan.
Towards Waterhead Looking up the Girvan Valley in late April.
Towards Waterhead
Looking up the Girvan Valley in late April.
Marsh Marigold Marsh Marigolds (Caltha palustris) beside the Water of Girvan at the end of April. The flowers added an attractive splash of colour to the river banks.
Marsh Marigold
Marsh Marigolds (Caltha palustris) beside the Water of Girvan at the end of April. The flowers added an attractive splash of colour to the river banks.
Knockdon Farm
Knockdon Farm
Little Shalloch The remains of Little Shalloch.
Little Shalloch
The remains of Little Shalloch.
Black Loch Black Loch from the path to Little Shalloch
Black Loch
Black Loch from the path to Little Shalloch
The remains of Little Shalloch. The remains of Little Shalloch.
The remains of Little Shalloch.
The remains of Little Shalloch.
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Maratz Hill is located at Grid Ref: NS4302 (Lat: 55.289194, Lng: -4.4695395)

Unitary Authority: South Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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Located within 500m of 55.289194,-4.4695395
Maratz Hill
Ele: 320.3
Natural: peak
Note: OS7: 1051 feet
Source: OS7
Lat/Long: 55.2889583/-4.4696505
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