Marilyn · islands
Beinn Bheigier
The name means 'peak' in Gaelic. Standing at 491m on Islay, the Queen of the Hebrides, 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
- 491m/ 1610ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NR 42998 56458
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Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent across machair grassland and rocky coastline to the 491m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Low-level island terrain with good natural drainage. The maritime climate keeps the ground green year-round.
In winter
Island winters are mild but stormy. Snow is rare at low levels. The main winter challenge is short daylight and frequent gales.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow5h 47m
- Edinburgh8h 32m
OS maps: OS Landranger 60, OS Explorer 352
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:40
- Sunset
- 21:03
- Civil dawn
- 04:56
- Civil dusk
- 21:47
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