Mountains & hills · Central Scotland
Dun Alva
In or near Kilmartin.
Dun Alva — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
Richard Caulfield — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Dun Alva is a named hill or mountain in scotland highlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Dun Alva is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is known for its distinctive profile and rugged terrain, typical of the region's natural landscape. Visitors can expect a challenging ascent and panoramic views of the surrounding highlands. The area is suitable for experienced hikers and those interested in outdoor activities.
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- Coordinates
- 56.1128, -5.3598
Sources
- manual: geonames-12614560 (CC BY 4.0)
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dun Alva?
- Dun Alva is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Dun Alva?
- Dun Alva — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Dun Alva?
- Its coordinates are 56.1128°, -5.3598°.