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Cairnsmore of Carsphairn

Hill, Mountain in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Cairnsmore of Carsphairn

Bow Burn. View north towards Dugland (608m)
Bow Burn. Credit: Richard Webb

Cairnsmore of Carsphairn is a prominent hill located in the region of Kirkcudbrightshire, in southwest Scotland. Standing at an impressive height of 797 meters (2,615 feet), it is one of the highest peaks in the area. The hill is part of the Galloway Hills range and is situated within the Galloway Forest Park, which is known for its stunning natural beauty.

Cairnsmore of Carsphairn is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with steep slopes and craggy outcrops. The summit offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, including the rolling hills and valleys of Galloway, as well as the Dumfries and Galloway coastline.

The hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, particularly hikers and climbers, who are drawn to its challenging routes and rewarding vistas. There are several well-maintained trails that lead to the summit, varying in difficulty to cater to different skill levels.

The area surrounding Cairnsmore of Carsphairn is rich in biodiversity, with a diverse range of flora and fauna. It is home to a variety of bird species, including red grouse and peregrine falcons, as well as mammals such as red deer and mountain hares.

Overall, Cairnsmore of Carsphairn offers a memorable and invigorating experience for nature lovers and adventurers alike, with its stunning natural landscapes, challenging trails, and abundant wildlife.

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Cairnsmore of Carsphairn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.255982/-4.2133233 or Grid Reference NX5997. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bow Burn. View north towards Dugland (608m)
Bow Burn.
View north towards Dugland (608m)
Summit of Beninner Looking beyond into the Gairy of Cairnsmore.
Summit of Beninner
Looking beyond into the Gairy of Cairnsmore.
The south ridge of Beninner
The south ridge of Beninner
Environmentally friendly electric fence? Solar power for a remote location - seems sensible.
Environmentally friendly electric fence?
Solar power for a remote location - seems sensible.
Beninner (710 metres) from the South. A view of Beninner, another one of the beautiful Galloway Hills on a lovely May day.
Beninner (710 metres) from the South.
A view of Beninner, another one of the beautiful Galloway Hills on a lovely May day.
Windmills Looking over to the windmills on Trostan Hill/Windy Standard from Cairnsmore of Carsphairn.
Windmills
Looking over to the windmills on Trostan Hill/Windy Standard from Cairnsmore of Carsphairn.
Purple heather Looking across the rather rough watershed between the Bow Burn (to the north) and the Poldores Burn (to the south).
Purple heather
Looking across the rather rough watershed between the Bow Burn (to the north) and the Poldores Burn (to the south).
New forestry road There has been a lot of new forestry planted in the vicinity and many new roads have been constructed. This one, like others, is marked on the 1:50000 scale map but not at 1:25000 scale.
New forestry road
There has been a lot of new forestry planted in the vicinity and many new roads have been constructed. This one, like others, is marked on the 1:50000 scale map but not at 1:25000 scale.
Replacement fence Not much remains of the original metal-poled fencing. The forestry on Alwhat will soon be joined by many new trees planted in the nearby glens.
Replacement fence
Not much remains of the original metal-poled fencing. The forestry on Alwhat will soon be joined by many new trees planted in the nearby glens.
Beninner Summit cairn with a view to Cairnsmore of Carsphairn beyond the Nick of the Lochans.
Beninner
Summit cairn with a view to Cairnsmore of Carsphairn beyond the Nick of the Lochans.
Blue Peter Memorial The plaque on this Memorial Stone states "Near this spot on 23rd May, 1942 Spitfire Mk VB AD 540 Blue Peter crashed whilst on convoy duties in the Clyde Estuary. PO David Hunter-Blair being killed in the accident. The aircraft lay hidden for 51 yrs to the day it crashed until discovered by Ralph Davidson of the DGAG on 23 May 1993.
Blue Peter Memorial
The plaque on this Memorial Stone states "Near this spot on 23rd May, 1942 Spitfire Mk VB AD 540 Blue Peter crashed whilst on convoy duties in the Clyde Estuary. PO David Hunter-Blair being killed in the accident. The aircraft lay hidden for 51 yrs to the day it crashed until discovered by Ralph Davidson of the DGAG on 23 May 1993.
Mr Frog pays his respects A frog looking to get his "Blue Peter" badge perhaps!
Mr Frog pays his respects
A frog looking to get his "Blue Peter" badge perhaps!
Cairnsmore of Carsphairn from the air Glennoch is in the lower right corner.
Cairnsmore of Carsphairn from the air
Glennoch is in the lower right corner.
Cairnsmore of Carsphairn from the air The rugged course of the Benloch Burn can be seen on the far side of the hill.
Cairnsmore of Carsphairn from the air
The rugged course of the Benloch Burn can be seen on the far side of the hill.
Spitfire Stane Memorial to mark the spot where the 'Blue Peter' Spitfire crashed.
Spitfire Stane
Memorial to mark the spot where the 'Blue Peter' Spitfire crashed.
Spitfire Stane Memorial stane at the spot where the "Blue Peter Spitfire crashed.
Spitfire Stane
Memorial stane at the spot where the "Blue Peter Spitfire crashed.
"Blue Peter " Spitfire Memorial Memorial at the crash site of the Spitfire named "Blue Peter".
"Blue Peter " Spitfire Memorial
Memorial at the crash site of the Spitfire named "Blue Peter".
Moorbrock Hill towards Black Burn
Moorbrock Hill towards Black Burn
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Cairnsmore of Carsphairn is located at Grid Ref: NX5997 (Lat: 55.255982, Lng: -4.2133233)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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Located within 500m of 55.255982,-4.2133233
Cairnsmore of Carsphairn
Corbett: yes
Ele: 797
Man Made: cairn
Natural: peak
Note: OS7: 2613 feet
Source: OS7
Wikidata: Q5017732
Wikipedia: en:Cairnsmore of Carsphairn
Lat/Long: 55.256021/-4.2127739
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Ele: 797
Man Made: survey_point
Ref: S1697
Lat/Long: 55.2560096/-4.2130917
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Man Made: cairn
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 55.2575451/-4.2144154
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Gairy of Cairnsmore
Place: locality
Source: OS7/ survey
Lat/Long: 55.2569743/-4.2087278
OpenStreetMap
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The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.
Rig of Burnfoot Kirkcudbrightshire
Mule Hill Ayrshire

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