Marilyn · Cairngorms
The Coyles of Muick
At 599m 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
- 599.2m/ 1965ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NO 32869 91031
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 599m 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
- Glasgow4h 11m
- Edinburgh3h 44m
OS maps: OS Landranger 44, OS Explorer 053N, OS Explorer 388N
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:23
- Sunset
- 20:56
- Civil dawn
- 04:36
- Civil dusk
- 21:43
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