Marilyn · kintail
Sgurr Marcasaidh
The name means 'sharp peak' in Gaelic. At 580m near Kyle of Lochalsh and the Skye bridge, this is the kind of hill that experienced walkers love — not famous, not crowded, but a proper summit with proper views.
Gaelic: “sharp, rocky peak” · Pronunciation: skoor
Quick facts
- Height
- 580m/ 1902ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NH 35408 59262
Download GPX route file
Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent through remote terrain characteristic of the Kintail watershed to the 580m 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
Manageable in winter with appropriate gear. Occasional snow and ice but rarely requiring technical equipment.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow5h 40m
- Edinburgh6h 52m
OS maps: OS Landranger 26, OS Explorer 437S
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:27
- Sunset
- 21:06
- Civil dawn
- 04:39
- Civil dusk
- 21:53
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