Millfore from Black Loch

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Summary

Millfore exceeds two thousand feet but is one of the less visited of the Galloway hills. Its ascent is fairly short but rough, and is rewarded with a superb outlook over its neighbours and Loch Dee.

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Grade (key)

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Bog Factor (key)

  • 3/5

Rating

Terrain

Forest track, then pathless and rough ascent up slopes including heather and coarse grasses.

Public Transport

None to start.

Start

Black Loch car park, off A712 Queen's Way. Open in Google Maps.

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.

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