Cairnsmore of Fleet, near Newton Stewart
Summary
The Cairnsmore of Fleet is the most southerly two thousand foot hill in Scotland and a magnificent viewpoint for the Cree Estuary and the Solway. It makes for a popular and fairly straightforward hillwalk.
Terrain
Wood and forest paths and tracks, then excellent hill path over moorland. Boggy on final approach to summit.
Public Transport
None to start.
Start
Signed parking along track side near Graddoch Bridge.
Hillwalking in Winter
Please note that hillwalking when there is snow lying requires an ice-axe, crampons and the knowledge, experience and skill to use them correctly. All route descriptions and difficulties given here are for summer conditions. See our Winter Skills page for basic information on the essential skills, techniques and knowledge needed for winter hillwalking.