How hard is See Morris Hill?

See Morris Hill is rated 1/5 (easy) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Forest rides and felled patches with short rough vegetation on the summit knoll itself.

When is the best time to climb See Morris Hill?

The standard good-weather months for See Morris Hill are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. 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 See Morris Hill?

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

How hard is See Morris Hill?

See Morris Hill is rated 1/5 (easy) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Forest rides and felled patches with short rough vegetation on the summit knoll itself.

When is the best time to climb See Morris Hill?

The standard good-weather months for See Morris Hill are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. 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 See Morris Hill?

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

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Marilyn · Galloway

See Morris Hill

See Morris Hill is a 240m knoll on the NX-grid moors west of Dalbeattie, an unusual little Marilyn known mostly to dedicated baggers. Despite its low height, the prominence pushes it onto the official list.

Quick facts

Height: 240.1m/ 788ft
Difficulty: 1 / 5Easy
Grid ref: NX 90295 77956
Nearest city: Dumfries· 7km
Dogs: Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗

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Standard route

heather moorland 60% · rough grassland 30% · rocky summit 10%

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Park in Dalbeattie Forest and follow waymarked forest paths before cutting up to the small summit clearing. An hour and a quarter is plenty for an out-and-back outing.

Terrain

Forest rides and felled patches with short rough vegetation on the summit knoll itself. Bracken can be thick in summer.

In winter

A no-fuss winter target with sheltered approaches. Forest paths can be muddy after thaw but rarely truly icy.

Best time of year

Best OK Avoid

Getting there

Glasgow2h 26m
Edinburgh3h 37m

OS maps: OS Landranger 84, OS Explorer 313, OS Explorer 321

Mobile signal: Good. Dumfriesshire; EE and Vodafone both work on this summit.

Current conditions

Daylight Today

19h 19mwalking daylight

Sunrise: 04:35
Sunset: 21:56
Civil dawn: 03:36
Civil dusk: 22:55

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Around See Morris Hill on the SCOT network

Getting there, basing yourself, and what to do off the hill.

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Base yourself in Kirkcudbright

Galloway base — Solway coast, Galloway Forest, Mull of Galloway Trail

35km from the hill

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See Morris Hill — common questions

How hard is See Morris Hill?: See Morris Hill is rated 1/5 (easy) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Forest rides and felled patches with short rough vegetation on the summit knoll itself.
When is the best time to climb See Morris Hill?: The standard good-weather months for See Morris Hill are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. 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 See Morris Hill?: 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 See Morris Hill?: Good. Dumfriesshire; EE and Vodafone both work on this summit.
Is See Morris Hill safe in winter?: A no-fuss winter target with sheltered approaches. Forest paths can be muddy after thaw but rarely truly icy.

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