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
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
- Sunrise
- 05:34
- Sunset
- 21:02
- Civil dawn
- 04:49
- Civil dusk
- 21:47
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