Marilyn · Cairngorms
Bin of Cullen
A 320m prominence hill near Tomintoul in the eastern Highlands. Despite the modest height, the 150m prominence means this summit commands its surroundings with views that surprise first-time visitors.
Quick facts
- Height
- 320m/ 1049ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NJ 47989 64259
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Standard route
Standard route
A short, accessible walk through Caledonian pine forest before breaking onto the open hillside to the 320m summit. The low altitude and gentle gradients make this achievable in 1-3 hours.
Terrain
Cairngorm-style terrain: heather at lower levels, granite slabs and gravel above. Can be windswept on the summit plateau.
In winter
Cairngorms winter conditions can be severe even on lower hills. Wind chill is the main hazard. Carry full winter equipment from November to March.
This hill is in the Northern Cairngorms SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow6h 52m
- Edinburgh5h 31m
OS maps: OS Landranger 28, OS Landranger 29, OS Explorer 425N
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:19
- Sunset
- 20:58
- Civil dawn
- 04:31
- Civil dusk
- 21:46
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