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Blackcraig Hill

Hill, Mountain in Kirkcudbrightshire

Scotland

Blackcraig Hill

The ruins of Laggan Lodge, Halfmark Forest. This ruined property is almost hidden by large beech trees, and sits in an idyllic location at the east end of Loch Howie.
The ruins of Laggan Lodge, Halfmark Forest. Credit: Bob Peace

Blackcraig Hill is a prominent hill located in Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland. Standing at an elevation of 700 meters (2,297 feet), it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and coastline. The hill is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts due to its challenging terrain and breathtaking scenery.

Blackcraig Hill is covered in heather and grass, with scattered patches of rocky outcrops adding to its rugged beauty. The hill is part of the Galloway Forest Park, which is known for its diverse wildlife and ancient woodlands. Visitors to Blackcraig Hill may spot red deer, birds of prey, and other wildlife as they explore the area.

There are several walking trails that lead to the summit of Blackcraig Hill, providing hikers with varying levels of difficulty. The hill is also a popular spot for birdwatching, with a wide variety of bird species making their home in the area.

Overall, Blackcraig Hill is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the stunning landscapes of Kirkcudbrightshire.

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Blackcraig Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.118264/-4.0387776 or Grid Reference NX7082. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The ruins of Laggan Lodge, Halfmark Forest. This ruined property is almost hidden by large beech trees, and sits in an idyllic location at the east end of Loch Howie.
The ruins of Laggan Lodge, Halfmark Forest.
This ruined property is almost hidden by large beech trees, and sits in an idyllic location at the east end of Loch Howie.
Loch Skae, Halfmark Forest.
Loch Skae, Halfmark Forest.
Trig Point on Knocknan (Blackcraig Hill) Knocknan is not shown on OS 1:50,000 maps, it is listed as Blackcraig Hill.
Trig Point on Knocknan (Blackcraig Hill)
Knocknan is not shown on OS 1:50,000 maps, it is listed as Blackcraig Hill.
Forest Cairn. A beautifully built stone cairn situated within Corriedoo Forest on the north side of Blackcraig Hill.
Forest Cairn.
A beautifully built stone cairn situated within Corriedoo Forest on the north side of Blackcraig Hill.
Track Junction, Halfmark Forest. Picture taken early in the morning after a wet night.
Track Junction, Halfmark Forest.
Picture taken early in the morning after a wet night.
Trig pillar S7985 - Knocknan or Blackcraig Hill Flush bracket faces 334°, NNW. The pillar was completed on 29th April 1954 costing £42.1s.6d. In 1954 this marker was computed for triangulation as secondary station NX99/18 in the Dumfries secondary block. The flush bracket was levelled for height also in 1954. The trig point was last maintained by the OS in May 1988. This photo was taken from over 20m away from the pillar due to the very steep gradient of the highest slope.
Trig pillar S7985 - Knocknan or Blackcraig Hill
Flush bracket faces 334°, NNW. The pillar was completed on 29th April 1954 costing £42.1s.6d. In 1954 this marker was computed for triangulation as secondary station NX99/18 in the Dumfries secondary block. The flush bracket was levelled for height also in 1954. The trig point was last maintained by the OS in May 1988. This photo was taken from over 20m away from the pillar due to the very steep gradient of the highest slope.
Knocknan or Blackcraig Hill Although mapped as Blackcraig Hill on the 1:50K OS map Landranger 77, the summit rock is indicated as Knocknan on the 1:25K map. The summit is clear of trees, but the views to the northwest are restricted by the growing conifers. The summit is marked by OS trig pillar S7985.
Knocknan or Blackcraig Hill
Although mapped as Blackcraig Hill on the 1:50K OS map Landranger 77, the summit rock is indicated as Knocknan on the 1:25K map. The summit is clear of trees, but the views to the northwest are restricted by the growing conifers. The summit is marked by OS trig pillar S7985.
Laggan Lodge, Halfmark Forest.
Laggan Lodge, Halfmark Forest.
Loch Howie from the ruins of Laggan Lodge. This arched window is situated in a bow fronted room at the north gable of the ruins of Laggan Lodge.
Loch Howie from the ruins of Laggan Lodge.
This arched window is situated in a bow fronted room at the north gable of the ruins of Laggan Lodge.
An icy Loch Skae. Recent felling of timber has opened up the view again of this pleasant hill loch. The distant trees are on the western flank of Stroan Hill.
An icy Loch Skae.
Recent felling of timber has opened up the view again of this pleasant hill loch. The distant trees are on the western flank of Stroan Hill.
Ruined sheepfold north of Laggan Lodge, Halfmark Forest Once a prominent feature of the Galloway landscape, many sheepfolds such as this are now hidden under a blanket of forest.
Ruined sheepfold north of Laggan Lodge, Halfmark Forest
Once a prominent feature of the Galloway landscape, many sheepfolds such as this are now hidden under a blanket of forest.
Frozen Loch Howie This image was taken standing on the ice at the NE edge of the loch.
Frozen Loch Howie
This image was taken standing on the ice at the NE edge of the loch.
Snow covers the ruins of Laggan Lodge
Snow covers the ruins of Laggan Lodge
Frozen Loch Skae Compare with other image taken from the jetty <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1663516" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1663516">Link</a>.
Frozen Loch Skae
Compare with other image taken from the jetty Link.
Halfmark, Drumwhirn Forest Halfmark is a remote cottage (former croft or farmstead) situated below Halfmark Hill and between the Drumwhirn and Corridoo Forests. The date of the actual cottage is unknown, but the surrounding former farm buildings have notable date stones from 1681 to 1799: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1878032">NX7182 : Halfmark: Date Stone 1</a> & <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1878046">NX7182 : Halfmark: Date Stone 2</a>.
Halfmark, Drumwhirn Forest
Halfmark is a remote cottage (former croft or farmstead) situated below Halfmark Hill and between the Drumwhirn and Corridoo Forests. The date of the actual cottage is unknown, but the surrounding former farm buildings have notable date stones from 1681 to 1799: NX7182 : Halfmark: Date Stone 1 & NX7182 : Halfmark: Date Stone 2.
Halfmark: Date Stone 1 1681 date stone 1681 in out-building with the initials I.M.(unknown). <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1877994">NX7182 : Halfmark, Drumwhirn Forest</a>
Halfmark: Date Stone 1
1681 date stone 1681 in out-building with the initials I.M.(unknown). NX7182 : Halfmark, Drumwhirn Forest
Halfmark: Date Stone 2 1681 date stone 1799 in out-building with the initials WG (Gordon family). <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1877994">NX7182 : Halfmark, Drumwhirn Forest</a>
Halfmark: Date Stone 2
1681 date stone 1799 in out-building with the initials WG (Gordon family). NX7182 : Halfmark, Drumwhirn Forest
Blackcraig View from the Halfmark track towards the lower east slopes of Blackcraig Hill.
Blackcraig
View from the Halfmark track towards the lower east slopes of Blackcraig Hill.
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Blackcraig Hill is located at Grid Ref: NX7082 (Lat: 55.118264, Lng: -4.0387776)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Also known as: Knocknan

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