Donald · Galloway
Corserine
The high point of the Rhinns of Kells in Galloway. Less famous than its neighbour Merrick but a quieter and arguably finer hill day.
Quick facts
- Height
- 814m/ 2671ft
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 700 m
- Time
- 6 hrs
- Difficulty
- 3 / 5
- Grid ref
- NX498871
- Nearest city
- Newton Stewart
Standard route
Approach from Forrest Lodge near Loch Doon. Long but steady climb up the south ridge.
Terrain
Forestry tracks, then open hillside with intermittent paths.
In winter
Snow holds in the upper coires longer than the Galloway average.
Best time of year
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Getting there
- Glasgow2h 10m
- Edinburgh3h 45m
OS maps: OS Explorer 318