Marilyn · perthshire
Beinn Dubh
The name means 'black peak' in Gaelic. At 508m on the western shores of Loch Lomond, this is the kind of hill that experienced walkers love — not famous, not crowded, but a proper summit with proper views.
Gaelic: “mountain, peak, black” · Pronunciation: bine doo
Quick facts
- Height
- 508m/ 1666ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NN 40445 04502
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Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent via forest tracks leading to the open moor above the Perthshire glens to the 508m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Mixed farmland and moorland. The Perthshire hills are gentler than the main Highlands, with less exposure and better drainage.
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 13m
- Edinburgh4h 38m
OS maps: OS Landranger 56, OS Explorer 0039S, OS Explorer 364S
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:32
- Sunset
- 20:59
- Civil dawn
- 04:47
- Civil dusk
- 21:44
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