Marilyn · torridon
Seana Mheallan
At 437m near the remote Applecross peninsula, this is the kind of hill that experienced walkers love — not famous, not crowded, but a proper summit with proper views.
Quick facts
- Height
- 437m/ 1433ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NG 92884 55108
Download GPX route file
Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent via corrie approaches beneath the dramatic Torridon peaks to the 437m 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 21m
- Edinburgh7h 10m
OS maps: OS Landranger 25, OS Explorer 429, OS Explorer 433
Current conditions
Daylight Today
17h 14mwalking daylight
- Sunrise
- 05:30
- Sunset
- 21:08
- Civil dawn
- 04:42
- Civil dusk
- 21:56
NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026