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Walk 3316 - Rockcliffe to Kippford

County/Area   Dumfries and Galloway
AuthorMike Bexley
Length4.0 miles / 6.5 km
Ascent450 feet / 136 metres
Gradeeasy

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This five star Dumfries and Galloway walk follows the Coastal Path from Rockcliffe to Sandyhills. Often quoted as the finest walk in Scotland there are superb views to The Isle of Man and the Lake District.

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OS ExplorerSheet 313
OS LandrangerSheet 84

Note : If two maps are listed at the same scale then either (a) both are required for full coverage of the route or (b) the route is covered on both maps.

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