King's Seat
Mountain in Scotland · 377 m
The hike up King's Seat
The route starts at Ballo Wood car parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is King's Seat?
King's Seat is 377 m above sea level and lies in Scotland. Its prominence is 223 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up King's Seat?
From Ballo Wood car parking it is about 5.7 km one way with 230 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 54 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for King's Seat?
The nearest parking is Ballo Wood car parking (northeast of the peak) — 5.7 km on foot · ↑ 230 m · about 2 h 54 min round trip. Alternative: Ballo Wood Car Parking Lower (northeast of the peak) (about 6.2 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 King's Seat in Conquer?
Yes — 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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