Marilyn · islands
Beinn na Drise
The name means 'peak' in Gaelic. A 424m hill on the Isle of Mull with at least 150m of prominence — enough to feel like a real summit rather than a shoulder. The modest height belies the quality of the walking.
Gaelic: “mountain, peak” · Pronunciation: bine
Quick facts
- Height
- 424m/ 1391ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NM 47518 42710
Download GPX route file
Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent on island paths with sea views in multiple directions to the 424m 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 5m
- Edinburgh8h 41m
OS maps: OS Landranger 47, OS Landranger 48, OS Explorer 374E, OS Explorer 375W
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:37
- Sunset
- 21:06
- Civil dawn
- 04:51
- Civil dusk
- 21:52
NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026