Scotland
Wellgrain Dod
553M
1815FT
About Wellgrain Dod
Rising above the Daer Water in the heart of the Lowther Hills, this rounded, grassy dome offers a classic Southern Uplands experience. Expect soft, pathless terrain and a quiet sense of isolation, despite the proximity of the Mennock Pass. It is often climbed as part of a high-level circuit including neighbouring Steer Rig.
Key Statistics
Rank
126th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Southern Uplands
Prominence
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138.8m
Nearest Town
Leadhills
Geology
Wellgrain Dod sits on a foundation of hardened mud, gritty sandstone, and flinty rock. These layers form the sturdy ground beneath your feet.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NS900179
Latitude
55.4430°N
Longitude
3.7389°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scots 'grain', meaning a branch of a stream or a cleft in a hill, and 'dod', a common Southern Uplands term for a smooth, rounded summit.
- •Positioned near the head of the Daer Water, the summit offers a direct line of sight to the distinctive radar station on Great Lowther and the sprawling waters of the Daer Reservoir to the east.
- •The hill sits on the historic boundary between Dumfriesshire and Lanarkshire, a line often marked by the old fence posts that serve as useful navigational aids in poor visibility.
- •It provides an excellent vantage point for inspecting the Mennock Pass, one of the highest roads in Scotland, without the inconvenience of actually having to dodge the traffic.