Shalloch on Minnoch

Shalloch on Minnoch is a summit reaching 774 meters and the most northerly major peak along the Range of the Awful Hand ridge in Scotland. The mountain rises steeply from its base, with a broad plateau on top surrounded by moorland and rough grassland.

The mountain takes its name from Scottish Gaelic, meaning Hunting Hill of the Middle Burn, reflecting the area's past role as a hunting ground. Local communities historically used these high moorlands for game hunting and tracking.

This summit belongs to the Range of the Awful Hand in the Galloway Hills, a walking destination that draws visitors interested in Scotland's southern moorlands. People come here to experience the open ridges and windswept terrain that characterize this part of the country.

Hikers can reach this summit from Stinchar Bridge, following routes with narrow paths and frequently boggy ground underfoot. Sturdy footwear is essential as the terrain becomes slippery after rain, requiring careful movement throughout the walk.

This peak acts as a natural weather dividing line where observers often see clear skies to the north while storm clouds move southward. The location and height create conditions where weather patterns can shift dramatically within short distances across the ridgeline.