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Marilyn · perthshire

Beinn Uamha

The name means 'peak' in Gaelic. At 596m 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” · Pronunciation: bine

Quick facts

Height
596.8m/ 1958ft
Difficulty
2 / 5Moderate
Grid ref
NN 38647 06900

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Standard route

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Standard route

A steady ascent via forest tracks leading to the open moor above the Perthshire glens to the 596m 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

Snow is intermittent in Highland Perthshire — the hills see winter conditions but are rarely arctic. An excellent area for building winter walking experience.

Best time of year

Getting there

  • Glasgow1h 19m
  • Edinburgh4h 43m

OS maps: OS Landranger 56, OS Explorer 0039S, OS Explorer 364S

Current conditions

Daylight Today

16h 57mwalking daylight
Sunrise
05:32
Sunset
20:59
Civil dawn
04:47
Civil dusk
21:44

NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026

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