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Colvend And Southwick

Kippford to Rockcliffe circular

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South Scotland

Colvend And Southwick

Kippford to Rockcliffe circular

Easy

4.7

(12)

hikers

Kippford to Rockcliffe circular

01:22

4.93km

90m

Hiking

Embark on the Kippford to Rockcliffe circular, an easy 3.1-mile (4.9 km) hike with 280 feet (85 metres) of elevation gain, typically completed in about 1 hour and 21 minutes. This scenic route takes you along a coastal path and through woodlands, offering views of the tidal Rough Island and…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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479 m

Kippford Waterfront

Highlight • River

Attractive coastal village, ideal coffee stop.

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2.29 km

Rockcliffe Beach

Highlight • Beach

Spectacular Rockcliffe beach set in the picturesque village of Rockcliffe. Go for a dip, grab an ice cream, or just take a seat and enjoy the views.

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2.74 km

Mote of Mark Hillfort

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Mote of Mark is a scenic hill near the village of Rockcliffe that overlooks the Rough Firth. Discover the ancient fort sat on the hill that dates back to the 5th and 6th centuries.

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4.93 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.03 km

1.40 km

353 m

113 m

Surfaces

3.03 km

1.22 km

646 m

Elevation

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Highest point (80 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Wednesday 6 May

12°C

6°C

53 %

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Mote of Mark Hillfort

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