Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Shiel Hill
In or near Wanlockhead.
Shiel Hill — mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 486 m.
Alan O'Dowd — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Sanquhar · 6.5 km
- Dog-friendly
About
Shiel Hill is a mountain located in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 486 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.
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Place summary
Shiel Hill is a mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is characterised by its rugged terrain and scenic views, offering a typical landscape of the region. Visitors can expect a variety of walking trails that cater to different skill levels, making it a suitable destination for both casual walkers and more experienced hikers. The area provides opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration of the natural environment.
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- Coordinates
- 55.4293, -3.9183
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG4 6HA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
- Nearest railway station
- Sanquhar — 6.5 km
Sources
- osm: n3614796483 (ODbL)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Shiel Hill?
- Shiel Hill is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG4 6HA).
- What is Shiel Hill?
- Shiel Hill — mountain in scotland lowlands. Elevation: 486 m.
- How do I get to Shiel Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Sanquhar, about 6.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode DG4 6HA.
- How do I get to Shiel Hill?
- The nearest railway station is Sanquhar, about 6.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DG4 6HA.