Marilyn · ochils
Turin Hill
A 252m prominence hill in the central belt between Glasgow and Edinburgh. Despite the modest height, the 150m prominence means this summit commands its surroundings with views that surprise first-time visitors.
Quick facts
- Height
- 252m/ 826ft
- Difficulty
- 1 / 5Easy
- Grid ref
- NO 51490 53551
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Standard route
Standard route
A short, accessible walk on clear hill paths above the Hillfoots villages to the 252m summit. The low altitude and gentle gradients make this achievable in 1-3 hours.
Terrain
Smooth, grassy Ochil slopes with good drainage. The hills are well-walked and paths are clear.
In winter
The Ochils see light winter conditions — some snow and frost but rarely serious. Walkable year-round with boots and warm layers.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow4h 19m
- Edinburgh2h 7m
OS maps: OS Landranger 54, OS Explorer 389
Current conditions
Daylight Today
17h 03mwalking daylight
- Sunrise
- 05:23
- Sunset
- 20:54
- Civil dawn
- 04:37
- Civil dusk
- 21:40
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