Marilyn · Glen Coe & Lochaber
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The name means 'hillock' in Gaelic. At 745m this is a substantial hill in the Monadhliath mountains. The prominence of at least 150m means the summit stands clear of its neighbours, offering commanding views across Glen Albyn and the Monadh Liath.
Quick facts
- Height
- 745.6m/ 2446ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NH 80629 14378
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Standard route
Standard route
A hill walk of moderate to high difficulty through the dramatic Lochaber landscape with views to surrounding peaks. The upper slopes steepen near the 745m summit. Allow 3-5 hours for the round trip.
Terrain
Lochaber terrain — volcanic rock, bog and heather. Wetter than the east Highlands. Drainage can be poor in the lower glens.
In winter
Lochaber winter conditions are variable — Atlantic weather means rapid freeze-thaw cycles. Check conditions carefully. Snow can fall at any altitude.
This hill is in the Glen Coe SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow4h 33m
- Edinburgh4h 50m
OS maps: OS Landranger 35, OS Explorer 417
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:25
- Sunset
- 21:01
- Civil dawn
- 04:38
- Civil dusk
- 21:48
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