Marilyn · argyll
Beinn na Lice
The name means 'peak' in Gaelic. A 428m hill in Knapdale, between Loch Fyne and the Atlantic 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
- 428m/ 1404ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NR 60277 08539
Download GPX route file
Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent through the Atlantic rainforest and oak woodland of the Argyll seaboard to the 428m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Open hillside with a mix of heather, grass and rough ground. Paths are intermittent.
In winter
Manageable in winter with appropriate gear. Occasional snow and ice but rarely requiring technical equipment.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow4h 12m
- Edinburgh7h 54m
OS maps: OS Landranger 68, OS Explorer 356S
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:40
- Sunset
- 21:00
- Civil dawn
- 04:57
- Civil dusk
- 21:44
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