How difficult is Moncreiffe Hill?

Moncreiffe Hill carries a 1/5 (easy) grade on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Wide stone tracks and pine-needle paths throughout the wood.

How prominent is Moncreiffe Hill?

Moncreiffe Hill has 185m of topographic prominence — the height of its summit above the highest col connecting it to higher ground. Marilyns are defined by that measure: at least 150m of drop on all sides.

Where should I park to climb Moncreiffe Hill?

Standard parking is at NO 135 202. Check the parking grid reference on an OS map before travel; informal laybys can fill on summer weekends.

When should I climb Moncreiffe Hill?

The standard good-weather months for Moncreiffe Hill are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Outside those months, expect winter conditions on the high ground — full mountain kit, navigation skills, and a check of the SAIS avalanche forecast for the relevant region.

Can I bring my dog up Moncreiffe Hill?

On a lead only — the route crosses ground with livestock or nesting-bird interest.

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Moncreiffe Hill

Moncreiffe Hill is a wooded knot just south of Perth at NO13, with the River Tay swinging around its northern foot. The 223m summit and its Iron Age fort sit within Moncreiffe Hill Wood, managed by the Woodland Trust.

Quick facts

Height: 223m/ 732ft
Prominence: 185 m
Difficulty: 1 / 5Easy
Grid ref: NO 13578 19972
Parking: NO 135 202
Nearest city: Perth· 4km
Dogs: Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗

Height and prominence cross-checked against the Database of British and Irish Hills (CC BY).

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Standard route

deciduous woodland 60% · heather/bracken 25% · rocky summit 15%

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From the Woodland Trust car park at Walnut Grove follow the waymarked trails uphill through oak and Douglas fir to the Moredun Top viewpoint. A separate spur leads to the highest point at Moncreiffe Hill itself.

Terrain

Wide stone tracks and pine-needle paths throughout the wood. Steep in places but well-maintained by the Woodland Trust with clear waymarking.

In winter

Excellent winter walk under tree cover. Ice on the steeper tracks after thaw is the main hazard; otherwise a reliable cold-weather option close to Perth.

Best time of year

Best OK Avoid

Getting there

Glasgow3h 33m
Edinburgh1h 12m

Parking: NO 135 202PH2 7TG

OS maps: OS Landranger 58, OS Explorer 369, OS Explorer 380W

Mobile signal: Good. Perth; EE excellent — suburban summit.

Current conditions

Daylight Today

17h 58mwalking daylight

Sunrise: 05:11
Sunset: 21:29
Civil dawn: 04:21
Civil dusk: 22:19

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Around Moncreiffe Hill on the SCOT network

Getting there, basing yourself, and what to do off the hill.

On TripSCOT

town

Base yourself in Dunkeld

Southern Cairngorms gateway — Hermitage, Loch of the Lowes

25km from the hill

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On TasteSCOT

distillery

After the hill: Tullibardine

Blackford — central Highland distillery on the A9 between Stirling and Perth

27km from the hill

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Moncreiffe Hill — common questions

How difficult is Moncreiffe Hill?: Moncreiffe Hill carries a 1/5 (easy) grade on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Wide stone tracks and pine-needle paths throughout the wood.
How prominent is Moncreiffe Hill?: Moncreiffe Hill has 185m of topographic prominence — the height of its summit above the highest col connecting it to higher ground. Marilyns are defined by that measure: at least 150m of drop on all sides.
Where should I park to climb Moncreiffe Hill?: Standard parking is at NO 135 202. Check the parking grid reference on an OS map before travel; informal laybys can fill on summer weekends.
When should I climb Moncreiffe Hill?: The standard good-weather months for Moncreiffe Hill are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Outside those months, expect winter conditions on the high ground — full mountain kit, navigation skills, and a check of the SAIS avalanche forecast for the relevant region.
Can I bring my dog up Moncreiffe Hill?: On a lead only — the route crosses ground with livestock or nesting-bird interest.
What's mobile reception like on Moncreiffe Hill?: Good. Perth; EE excellent — suburban summit.
Is Moncreiffe Hill safe in winter?: Excellent winter walk under tree cover. Ice on the steeper tracks after thaw is the main hazard; otherwise a reliable cold-weather option close to Perth.

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