Bow Hill

Mountain in Scotland · 136 m

136 m
Elevation
55 m
Prominence
1.4 km
Hike length one way
55.9509, -4.7924
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Bow Hill

1.4 km
one way
125 m
of ascent
49 min
round trip

The route starts at Fort Matilda — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

12 m1.4 km · 136 m

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Parking and starting point

1Fort MatildaRecommended
station / cable car · north of the peak
1.4 km on foot · ↑ 125 m · about 49 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Parking area
parking · southwest of the peak
about 1.3 km to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Parking area
parking · southeast of the peak
about 1.4 km to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Bow Hill?

Bow Hill is 136 m above sea level and lies in Scotland. Its prominence is 55 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Bow Hill?

From Fort Matilda it is about 1.4 km one way with 125 m of ascent. Expect around 49 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Bow Hill?

The nearest starting point is Fort Matilda (north of the peak) — 1.4 km on foot · ↑ 125 m · about 49 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southwest of the peak (about 1.3 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 Bow Hill in Conquer?

Yes — Bow Hill 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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