Birnam Hill - King's Seat
Mountain in Scotland
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The hike up Birnam Hill - King's Seat
The route starts at Dunkeld and Birnam — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Birnam Hill - King's Seat?
Birnam Hill - King's Seat is 404 m above sea level and lies in Scotland. Its prominence is 171 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Birnam Hill - King's Seat?
From Dunkeld and Birnam it is about 2.0 km one way with 337 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 7 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Birnam Hill - King's Seat?
The nearest parking is Dunkeld and Birnam (north of the peak) — 2.0 km on foot · ↑ 337 m · about 2 h 7 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area north of the peak (about 2.5 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Birnam Hill - King's Seat in Conquer?
Yes — Birnam Hill - King's Seat is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
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