Marilyn · kintail
Meallan Odhar Doire nan Gillean
At 598m within reach of Inverness, the Highland capital, this is the kind of hill that experienced walkers love — not famous, not crowded, but a proper summit with proper views.
Quick facts
- Height
- 598.8m/ 1964ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NH 15625 37769
Download GPX route file
Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent through remote terrain characteristic of the Kintail watershed to the 598m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Open hillside with a mix of heather, grass and rough ground. Paths are intermittent.
In winter
Winter brings variable conditions. Snow possible on the summit from December to February. The short days require an early start.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow5h 30m
- Edinburgh6h 8m
OS maps: OS Landranger 25, OS Explorer 430
Current conditions
Daylight Today
17h 12mwalking daylight
- Sunrise
- 05:29
- Sunset
- 21:06
- Civil dawn
- 04:41
- Civil dusk
- 21:53
NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026