Barlochan Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Barlochan Hill

Road entrance, Doach Plantation
Road entrance, Doach Plantation Credit: Richard Webb

Barlochan Hill, located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland, is an impressive hill that stands at an elevation of 190 meters (623 feet). It is situated just south of the town of Castle Douglas and is part of the wider Galloway Hills range.

Barlochan Hill boasts a distinctive conical shape, with its summit offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is covered in lush green vegetation, including heather, ferns, and grasses, providing a picturesque landscape for visitors to admire.

The hill is easily accessible, with a footpath leading to the summit. The route is well-maintained and suitable for walkers of all abilities. Along the way, hikers can appreciate the diverse wildlife that inhabits the area, such as red deer, birds of prey, and various species of butterflies.

At the summit, visitors are rewarded with stunning vistas of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Loch Roan and the rolling hills of Galloway Forest Park. On a clear day, it is even possible to spot the distant peaks of the Southern Uplands.

Barlochan Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it be for a leisurely walk, a challenging hike, or simply to soak in the beauty of nature, this hill provides a memorable experience for all who visit.

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Barlochan Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.901581/-3.8523737 or Grid Reference NX8157. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road entrance, Doach Plantation
Road entrance, Doach Plantation
B736, Doach
B736, Doach
Doach Burn
Doach Burn
Glenyerrock Farm A farmhouse and associated outbuildings, photographed from the B736.
Glenyerrock Farm
A farmhouse and associated outbuildings, photographed from the B736.
B736 at Doach Wood Cars are parked in the Forestry Commission Scotland car park.
B736 at Doach Wood
Cars are parked in the Forestry Commission Scotland car park.
Doach Wood The wood contains some of the tallest trees in south-west Scotland, growing up to 40 metres high.
Doach Wood
The wood contains some of the tallest trees in south-west Scotland, growing up to 40 metres high.
Tin-roofed building A shed of some kind.
Tin-roofed building
A shed of some kind.
Cheeky Red Squirrel Carved out of a tree trunk beside the forestry path.
Cheeky Red Squirrel
Carved out of a tree trunk beside the forestry path.
The edge of Doach Wood
The edge of Doach Wood
Sheep grazing beside the Doach Burn
Sheep grazing beside the Doach Burn
Tall trees, Doach Wood The wood contains some of the tallest trees in south-west Scotland, growing up to 40 metres high.
Tall trees, Doach Wood
The wood contains some of the tallest trees in south-west Scotland, growing up to 40 metres high.
Doach Plantation Good public footpath at Doach Plantation.
Doach Plantation
Good public footpath at Doach Plantation.
Doach Cottage Beside the A736, backed by the heavily forested Galgrie Hill.
Doach Cottage
Beside the A736, backed by the heavily forested Galgrie Hill.
Tall trees in Doach Plantation The lower part of the plantation is given over to Douglas Fir.
Tall trees in Doach Plantation
The lower part of the plantation is given over to Douglas Fir.
"There is no such thing as the Dog Poo Fairy" Notice at the beginning of the forest walk in Doagh Plantation.
"There is no such thing as the Dog Poo Fairy"
Notice at the beginning of the forest walk in Doagh Plantation.
Urr Water valley Despite its prominence on the map, the river is lost in the landscape of meadows, woodland and hedges. The view across the valley takes in the vision of Screel Hill rising above early mists.
Urr Water valley
Despite its prominence on the map, the river is lost in the landscape of meadows, woodland and hedges. The view across the valley takes in the vision of Screel Hill rising above early mists.
Urr Water valley 2 A view to the northwest over the valley of the Urr Water, which is invisible in its distant, incised course. Lush meadows occupy the low ground, in contrast to the granite knoll from which the image was captured.
Urr Water valley 2
A view to the northwest over the valley of the Urr Water, which is invisible in its distant, incised course. Lush meadows occupy the low ground, in contrast to the granite knoll from which the image was captured.
Urr Water by Palnackie Brae A view upstream of the river at low tide with reflections of Palnackie Brae.
Urr Water by Palnackie Brae
A view upstream of the river at low tide with reflections of Palnackie Brae.
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Barlochan Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX8157 (Lat: 54.901581, Lng: -3.8523737)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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Located within 500m of 54.901581,-3.8523737
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Lat/Long: 54.8979539/-3.8559004
Barlochan Hill
Ele: 162
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 54.9016264/-3.8523685
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