Marilyn · North-West Highlands
Beinn nam Ban
The name means 'white/fair peak' in Gaelic. A 580m hill near Loch Maree in Wester Ross 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
- 580m/ 1902ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NH 10897 90816
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Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent across the ancient Lewisian gneiss landscape unique to the northwest to the 580m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Remote northwest Highland terrain with minimal paths. Expect peat, rock and heather in a landscape that has changed little in millennia.
In winter
Northwest Highland winters are dominated by wind rather than deep snow. The maritime climate brings frequent freeze-thaw. Navigation in low cloud is the primary challenge.
This hill is in the Torridon SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow6h 44m
- Edinburgh7h 10m
OS maps: OS Landranger 19, OS Explorer 435N
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:27
- Sunset
- 21:09
- Civil dawn
- 04:39
- Civil dusk
- 21:57
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