Marilyn · Cairngorms
Kerloch
At 534m in Angus near Montrose, this is the kind of hill that experienced walkers love — not famous, not crowded, but a proper summit with proper views.
Quick facts
- Height
- 534m/ 1751ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NO 69653 87879
Download GPX route file
Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent via estate tracks through heather moorland with views to the main Cairngorms massif to the 534m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Granite terrain characteristic of the Cairngorms fringe. Well-drained but exposed on the upper slopes. The heather can be thick off-path.
In winter
Cairngorms winter conditions can be severe even on lower hills. Wind chill is the main hazard. Carry full winter equipment from November to March.
This hill is in the Northern Cairngorms SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow5h 22m
- Edinburgh3h 12m
OS maps: OS Landranger 45, OS Explorer 396
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:20
- Sunset
- 20:54
- Civil dawn
- 04:34
- Civil dusk
- 21:40
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