Bainloch Hill

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Bainloch Hill is a 287-metre summit in Dumfries and Galloway. It is one of the 1,546 Marilyns — British hills with at least 150 m of drop on every side. It is one of 72 hills the Albion Guide lists in Dumfries and Galloway. It stands inside the East Stewartry Coast National Scenic Area.

Other hills nearby include Criffel and Bengairn.

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