Marilyn · skye
Dun Caan
The name means 'fort hill' in Gaelic. A 444m hill on the Isle of Raasay 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.
Quick facts
- Height
- 444m/ 1456ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NG 57918 39483
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Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent across the volcanic rock and peat characteristic of Skye to the 444m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Skye terrain: basalt columns, peat bog and rough grass. More demanding than mainland hills of similar height.
In winter
Winter on Skye is dominated by Atlantic storms. Snow cover is patchy. The main hazards are wind and the slippery basalt rock.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow6h 3m
- Edinburgh8h 14m
OS maps: OS Landranger 24, OS Landranger 32, OS Explorer 409
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:33
- Sunset
- 21:10
- Civil dawn
- 04:45
- Civil dusk
- 21:57
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