Marilyn · argyll
Cruach Scarba
A 450m hill on the wild Isle of Jura with at least 150m of prominence — enough to feel like a real summit rather than a shoulder. The modest height belies the quality of the walking.
Gaelic: “steep-sided stack” · Pronunciation: kroo-ach
Quick facts
- Height
- 450m/ 1476ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NM 69071 04457
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Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent through the Atlantic rainforest and oak woodland of the Argyll seaboard to the 450m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Mixed Highland terrain with heather, grass and rock outcrops. The ground can be wet in places.
In winter
Manageable in winter with appropriate gear. Occasional snow and ice but rarely requiring technical equipment.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow4h 54m
- Edinburgh7h 35m
OS maps: OS Landranger 55, OS Explorer 355N
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:37
- Sunset
- 21:03
- Civil dawn
- 04:51
- Civil dusk
- 21:48
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