Marilyn · Cairngorms
Little Conval
A 553m hill near Tomintoul in the eastern Highlands 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
- 553m/ 1814ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NJ 29417 39242
Download GPX route file
Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent through Caledonian pine forest before breaking onto the open hillside to the 553m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Mixed pine forest and heather moorland. The granite base provides good drainage but the terrain is rough in places.
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 56m
- Edinburgh4h 51m
OS maps: OS Landranger 28, OS Explorer 424S
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:21
- Sunset
- 20:59
- Civil dawn
- 04:33
- Civil dusk
- 21:46
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