Marilyn · islands
Cipeagal Bheag [Cipeagil Bheag] [Ciopeagal Bheag]
A low-level 336m summit on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides that proves hills do not need to be high to be rewarding. The prominence gives this Marilyn genuine character.
Quick facts
- Height
- 336m/ 1102ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NB 24761 06462
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Standard route
Standard route
A short, accessible walk with Atlantic exposure and views to neighbouring islands to the 336m summit. The low altitude and gentle gradients make this achievable in 1-3 hours.
Terrain
Mixed island landscape with coastal rock, peat and grass. The sea is visible from most points on the walk.
In winter
Island winters are mild but stormy. Snow is rare at low levels. The main winter challenge is short daylight and frequent gales.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow8h 16m
- Edinburgh10h 22m
OS maps: OS Landranger 13, OS Landranger 14, OS Explorer 456, OS Explorer 457
Current conditions
Daylight Today
17h 19mwalking daylight
- Sunrise
- 05:33
- Sunset
- 21:15
- Civil dawn
- 04:44
- Civil dusk
- 22:03
NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026