Marilyn · perthshire
Beinn an t-Sidhein
The name means 'peak' in Gaelic. Standing at 572m on the western shores of Loch Lomond, this Marilyn offers a satisfying half-day walk to a genuine summit. The prominence ensures views that justify the effort.
Gaelic: “mountain, peak” · Pronunciation: bine
Quick facts
- Height
- 572m/ 1876ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NN 54699 17854
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Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent past farmsteads and over the open Perthshire hillside to the 572m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Typical Highland Perthshire terrain — birch woodland below, heather and grass above. Some wet ground crossing burns.
In winter
Winter walking is comfortable with standard gear. Snow rarely persists below 600m. The well-drained terrain means less ice than wetter western hills.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow1h 14m
- Edinburgh3h 9m
OS maps: OS Landranger 57, OS Explorer 046N, OS Explorer 365N
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:30
- Sunset
- 20:58
- Civil dawn
- 04:45
- Civil dusk
- 21:44
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