Mountains & hills · Scottish Lowlands
Tarnis Head
Tarnis Head — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Tarnis Head is a named hill or mountain in scotland lowlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Tarnis Head is a mountain located in the Scottish Lowlands. It offers a rugged landscape typical of the region, with opportunities for walkers and climbers to explore its terrain. The area is characterised by its natural beauty and distinct geological features, appealing to outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can expect a variety of trails suitable for different skill levels.
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- Coordinates
- 55.3156, -3.5419
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG10 9RQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
Sources
- manual: geonames-12614994 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Tarnis Head?
- Tarnis Head is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG10 9RQ).
- What is Tarnis Head?
- Tarnis Head — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Tarnis Head?
- Drivers can use postcode DG10 9RQ.
- How do I get to Tarnis Head?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DG10 9RQ. It sits within the Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale parliamentary constituency.