Marilyn · Galloway
Brown Carrick Hill
A low-level 287m summit in the Ayrshire hills south of Glasgow that proves hills do not need to be high to be rewarding. The prominence gives this Marilyn genuine character.
Quick facts
- Height
- 287.6m/ 943ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NS 28361 15949
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Standard route
Standard route
A short, accessible walk through the surprisingly wild landscape of southwest Scotland to the 287m summit. The low altitude and gentle gradients make this achievable in 1-3 hours.
Terrain
Mixed terrain through forest and over open moor. The granite geology gives good drainage on the higher ground.
In winter
Galloway winters are mild, influenced by the Gulf Stream. Snow is rare below 500m. These are among the most accessible winter hills in Scotland.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow2h 40m
- Edinburgh4h 11m
OS maps: OS Landranger 70, OS Explorer 326N, OS Explorer 326S
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:36
- Sunset
- 20:56
- Civil dawn
- 04:52
- Civil dusk
- 21:40
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