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Marilyn · argyll

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The name means 'knoll' in Gaelic. A 303m prominence hill on the shores of Loch Fyne in Argyll. Despite the modest height, the 150m prominence means this summit commands its surroundings with views that surprise first-time visitors.

Quick facts

Height
303m/ 994ft
Difficulty
1 / 5Easy
Grid ref
NM 97197 15229

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Standard route

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Standard route

A short, accessible walk through the Atlantic rainforest and oak woodland of the Argyll seaboard to the 303m summit. The low altitude and gentle gradients make this achievable in 1-3 hours.

Terrain

Typical Scottish hillside — heather, grass and occasional peat. Boots essential for comfort.

In winter

Manageable in winter with appropriate gear. Occasional snow and ice but rarely requiring technical equipment.

Best time of year

Getting there

  • Glasgow3h 52m
  • Edinburgh5h 28m

OS maps: OS Landranger 55, OS Explorer 360N, OS Explorer 360S

Current conditions

Daylight Today

16h 58mwalking daylight
Sunrise
05:34
Sunset
21:02
Civil dawn
04:49
Civil dusk
21:47

NOAA Solar Calculator · 2 May 2026

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