Scotland
Doons
308M
1010FT
About Doons
Located in the southern reaches of the Carsphairn Hills, this modest summit offers a quiet vantage point over the Water of Ken valley. Rising just above the 1,000ft mark, its grassy slopes provide an accessible introduction to the rugged terrain of the Southern Uplands, with clear views across to the Rhinns of Kells.
Key Statistics
Rank
580th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Southern Uplands
Prominence
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138m
Nearest Town
Penpont
Geology
The ground beneath you is built from layers of fine siltstone and gritty, muddy sandstone belonging to the Glenlee and Shinnel formations.
Nearby Fells
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NX815970
Latitude
55.2535°N
Longitude
3.8655°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is likely a derivation of the Gaelic 'dùn', denoting a hillfort; its position makes it an ideal natural watchtower over the surrounding glens.
- •Looking west from the summit, walkers are rewarded with a distinct perspective of the Rhinns of Kells, specifically the summits of Meaul and Corserine.
- •The hill occupies a position near the edge of the Galloway Forest Park, meaning the area is part of the first Dark Sky Park in the UK.
- •Though it is a relatively minor height in the Southern Uplands, its classification as a Hump requires a drop of at least 100 metres on all sides, giving it a surprisingly isolated feel.