Marilyn · argyll
Ben Garrisdale
The name means 'peak' in Gaelic. A low-level 373m summit on the wild Isle of Jura that proves hills do not need to be high to be rewarding. The prominence gives this Marilyn genuine character.
Gaelic: “mountain, peak” · Pronunciation: ben
Quick facts
- Height
- 373m/ 1223ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NR 64059 93826
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Standard route
Standard route
A short, accessible walk along the coast or through sheltered Argyll glens to the 373m summit. The low altitude and gentle gradients make this achievable in 1-3 hours.
Terrain
Typical Scottish hillside — heather, grass and occasional peat. Boots essential for comfort.
In winter
Winter brings variable conditions. Snow possible on the summit from December to February. The short days require an early start.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow4h 2m
- Edinburgh7h 45m
OS maps: OS Landranger 55, OS Landranger 61, OS Explorer 355N
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:37
- Sunset
- 21:03
- Civil dawn
- 04:52
- Civil dusk
- 21:48
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