How hard is Wedder Law?

Wedder Law is rated 3/5 (moderately challenging) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. The standard route covers about 13km with 552m of ascent and takes most walkers 3-6 hours. Terrain: Short turf and heather on the upper ridge with peat-hags in the col north towards Gana Hill.

Where do I park for Wedder Law?

Standard parking is at NS930032 near Glasgow. Check the parking grid reference on an OS map before travel; informal laybys can fill on summer weekends.

When is the best time to climb Wedder Law?

The standard good-weather months for Wedder Law are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. Outside those months, expect winter conditions on the high ground — full mountain kit, navigation skills, and a check of the SAIS avalanche forecast for the relevant region.

Can I bring my dog up Wedder Law?

Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead — there is livestock or ground-nesting bird interest on the route.

How hard is Wedder Law?

Wedder Law is rated 3/5 (moderately challenging) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. The standard route covers about 13km with 552m of ascent and takes most walkers 3-6 hours. Terrain: Short turf and heather on the upper ridge with peat-hags in the col north towards Gana Hill.

Where do I park for Wedder Law?

Standard parking is at NS930032 near Glasgow. Check the parking grid reference on an OS map before travel; informal laybys can fill on summer weekends.

When is the best time to climb Wedder Law?

The standard good-weather months for Wedder Law are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. Outside those months, expect winter conditions on the high ground — full mountain kit, navigation skills, and a check of the SAIS avalanche forecast for the relevant region.

Can I bring my dog up Wedder Law?

Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead — there is livestock or ground-nesting bird interest on the route.

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Wedder Law

Wedder Law (the 'gelded ram's law') rises just south of Ballencleuch Law on the Lowther watershed above the Daer reservoir. An unmarked, treeless dome of pale grass with the radar masts of Lowther Hill prominent on the western skyline.

Quick facts

Height: 673m/ 2208ft
Distance: 13 km
Ascent: 552 m
Time: 3–6 hrs
Difficulty: 3 / 5Strenuous
Grid ref: NS938025
Parking: NS930032
Nearest city: Dumfries
Dogs: Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗

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Standard route

grass moorland 80% · heather patches 15% · summit area 5%

13km · 552m ascent · 3.5 hrs

Pair with Ballencleuch Law from the Dalveen Pass — a long traverse along the watershed fence of about 12km return with 600m of climb. 13 km out and back, 552 m up, around 3.5 hours.

Terrain

Short turf and heather on the upper ridge with peat-hags in the col north towards Gana Hill. The fence is the only navigational feature on a featureless plateau.

In winter

Wind-scoured top with deep wreaths of snow in the leeside hollows. The Daer reservoir road can ice over and is unsuitable for low cars in bad winters.

Best time of year

Best OK Avoid

Getting there

Glasgow2h 42m
Edinburgh2h 52m

Parking: NS930032

OS maps: OS Landranger 78

Mobile signal: Good signal on summit; EE reliable. Border hills viewpoint.

Current conditions

Daylight Today

18h 49mwalking daylight

Sunrise: 04:43
Sunset: 21:42
Civil dawn: 03:48
Civil dusk: 22:37

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Base yourself in Kirkcudbright

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Wedder Law — common questions

How hard is Wedder Law?: Wedder Law is rated 3/5 (moderately challenging) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. The standard route covers about 13km with 552m of ascent and takes most walkers 3-6 hours. Terrain: Short turf and heather on the upper ridge with peat-hags in the col north towards Gana Hill.
Where do I park for Wedder Law?: Standard parking is at NS930032 near Glasgow. Check the parking grid reference on an OS map before travel; informal laybys can fill on summer weekends.
When is the best time to climb Wedder Law?: The standard good-weather months for Wedder Law are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. Outside those months, expect winter conditions on the high ground — full mountain kit, navigation skills, and a check of the SAIS avalanche forecast for the relevant region.
Can I bring my dog up Wedder Law?: Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead — there is livestock or ground-nesting bird interest on the route.
Is there mobile signal on Wedder Law?: Good signal on summit; EE reliable. Border hills viewpoint.
Is Wedder Law safe in winter?: Wind-scoured top with deep wreaths of snow in the leeside hollows. The Daer reservoir road can ice over and is unsuitable for low cars in bad winters.