Marilyn · Cairngorms
Strathfinella Hill
At 414m in Angus near Montrose, this is the kind of hill that experienced walkers love — not famous, not crowded, but a proper summit with proper views.
Quick facts
- Height
- 414m/ 1358ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NO 69304 78728
Download GPX route file
Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent via estate tracks through heather moorland with views to the main Cairngorms massif to the 414m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Cairngorm-style terrain: heather at lower levels, granite slabs and gravel above. Can be windswept on the summit plateau.
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 15m
- Edinburgh3h 1m
OS maps: OS Landranger 45, OS Explorer 396
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:21
- Sunset
- 20:53
- Civil dawn
- 04:34
- Civil dusk
- 21:40
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