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Marilyn · North-West Highlands
Cnoc na Stroine [Cnoc na Sroine]
Cnoc na Stroine rises directly above the village of Inchnadamph at the head of Loch Assynt, on the limestone-and-quartzite frontier that defines the Assynt geopark. The NC 25 12 location places the summit between the Traligill caves and the Inchnadamph nature reserve, with Conival looming to the north.
Quick facts
- Height
- 398.4m/ 1307ft
- Grid ref
- NC 25437 12846
- Nearest city
- Inverness· 79km
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
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Standard route
heather and bog 65% · grass slopes 25% · rocky summit 10%
From the lay-by at Inchnadamph (NC 25 21) follow the Traligill path briefly south before peeling off west onto open hillside. A heathery climb leads to the broad summit, marked by a cairn looking down on Loch Awe and across to Quinag. Around 6 km return with 320m of climb.
Terrain
Limestone slabs near the start give way to rough heather, peat hags and scattered quartzite blocks on the upper slopes. Sinkholes in the limestone band require attention to footing.
In winter
Snow lingers in north-facing hollows but rarely covers the entire dome. Limestone slabs near Inchnadamph become greasy when frozen-wet; a settled cold spell offers safer conditions.
This hill is in the Torridon SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow6h 0m
- Edinburgh7h 9m
OS maps: OS Landranger 15, OS Explorer 439E
Mobile signal: Very poor. No mobile coverage; carry a PLB on this remote Sutherland summit.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:15
- Sunset
- 22:25
- Civil dawn
- 03:00
- Civil dusk
- 23:41
NOAA Solar Calculator · 16 June 2026
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Cnoc na Stroine [Cnoc na Sroine] — common questions
- How hard is Cnoc na Stroine [Cnoc na Sroine]?
- Cnoc na Stroine [Cnoc na Sroine] is rated 1/5 (easy) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Limestone slabs near the start give way to rough heather, peat hags and scattered quartzite blocks on the upper slopes.
- When is the best time to climb Cnoc na Stroine [Cnoc na Sroine]?
- The standard good-weather months for Cnoc na Stroine [Cnoc na Sroine] are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Outside those months, expect winter conditions on the high ground — full mountain kit, navigation skills, and a check of the SAIS avalanche forecast for the relevant region.
- Can I bring my dog up Cnoc na Stroine [Cnoc na Sroine]?
- Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead — there is livestock or ground-nesting bird interest on the route.
- Is there mobile signal on Cnoc na Stroine [Cnoc na Sroine]?
- Very poor. No mobile coverage; carry a PLB on this remote Sutherland summit.
- Is Cnoc na Stroine [Cnoc na Sroine] safe in winter?
- Snow lingers in north-facing hollows but rarely covers the entire dome. Limestone slabs near Inchnadamph become greasy when frozen-wet; a settled cold spell offers safer conditions.
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