Cairn Edward Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Cairn Edward Hill

Raiders' Road Accessible to private motors for the cost of the parking £3 at time of visit. The felled area is the site of a pre Forestry Commission woodland, Nether Gairloch Wood.
Raiders' Road Credit: Richard Webb

Cairn Edward Hill is a prominent landmark located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of approximately 380 meters (1,247 feet), it is recognized as one of the highest hills in the region. The hill is situated in a rural area, surrounded by picturesque countryside and offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Cairn Edward Hill is characterized by its distinctive conical shape and its prominent cairn that sits atop its summit. The cairn, which is a man-made pile of stones, has historical significance and is believed to have been erected as a marker or memorial. It serves as a prominent feature on the hill, providing a focal point for visitors and hikers.

The hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of activities such as hiking, hillwalking, and nature exploration. Several well-defined trails and paths lead up to the summit, making it accessible to a wide range of visitors with varying levels of fitness and experience.

The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with heather, grasses, and wildflowers covering its slopes. Birdwatchers may also spot various species of birds, including raptors and songbirds, while exploring the area.

Overall, Cairn Edward Hill offers a rewarding outdoor experience for those seeking natural beauty, stunning views, and a touch of history. Its accessibility, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking vistas make it an appealing destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Raiders' Road Accessible to private motors for the cost of the parking £3 at time of visit. The felled area is the site of a pre Forestry Commission woodland, Nether Gairloch Wood.
Raiders' Road
Accessible to private motors for the cost of the parking £3 at time of visit. The felled area is the site of a pre Forestry Commission woodland, Nether Gairloch Wood.
Nether Gairloch Wood The site of woodland which was here before the large scale Forestry Commission planting of the area.
Nether Gairloch Wood
The site of woodland which was here before the large scale Forestry Commission planting of the area.
Mature conifer plantation, Galloway Near the site of Holm Head, looking into the vastness of coniferous Galloway.
Mature conifer plantation, Galloway
Near the site of Holm Head, looking into the vastness of coniferous Galloway.
Raiders' Road Accessible to private motors for the cost of the parking £3 at time of visit.
Raiders' Road
Accessible to private motors for the cost of the parking £3 at time of visit.
Forestry and Shaw Hill, Galloway Forested granite country along the Dee.
Forestry and Shaw Hill, Galloway
Forested granite country along the Dee.
Raiders' Road The publicly accessible forest road near the site of Upper Gairloch
Raiders' Road
The publicly accessible forest road near the site of Upper Gairloch
Beside the Raiders' Road Conifer plantations on a vast scale.
Beside the Raiders' Road
Conifer plantations on a vast scale.
Logging road Near the site of Upper Gairloch.
Logging road
Near the site of Upper Gairloch.
Granite outcrop With a couple of short crack problems. About to disappear into the Sitka again.
Granite outcrop
With a couple of short crack problems. About to disappear into the Sitka again.
Logging road White with granite gravel.
Logging road
White with granite gravel.
Logging road bound for Tannoch Moss The road serves a large area of forest around Cairn Edward Hill.
Logging road bound for Tannoch Moss
The road serves a large area of forest around Cairn Edward Hill.
Diseased larches, Galloway A lot of Phytophthora casualties in Galloway. Bike thoroughly cleaned after this trip.
Diseased larches, Galloway
A lot of Phytophthora casualties in Galloway. Bike thoroughly cleaned after this trip.
Clearing below Tannoch Flow
Clearing below Tannoch Flow
Logging road, northwest of Cairn Edward Hill
Logging road, northwest of Cairn Edward Hill
Replanted coupe, near Cairn Edward Hill Probably a third generation here - Cairn Edward was one of the earliest plantations by the Forestry Commission.
Replanted coupe, near Cairn Edward Hill
Probably a third generation here - Cairn Edward was one of the earliest plantations by the Forestry Commission.
Logging road near Cairn Edward Hill
Logging road near Cairn Edward Hill
Logging road, Cairn Edward Granite gravel surface.
Logging road, Cairn Edward
Granite gravel surface.
Cairnraws Former moorland and one of the first Forestry Commission plantations in the Galloway Hills.
Cairnraws
Former moorland and one of the first Forestry Commission plantations in the Galloway Hills.
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Cairn Edward Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX6273 (Lat: 55.035972, Lng: -4.1488853)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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Located within 500m of 55.035972,-4.1488853
Cairn Edward Hill
Ele: 325
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 55.036062/-4.1483146
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