Scolty Hill Summit – Scolty Tower loop from Banchory

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Scolty Hill Summit – Scolty Tower loop from Banchory

Easy

4.8

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hikers

Scolty Hill Summit – Scolty Tower loop from Banchory

01:35

5.31km

170m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.64 km

Scolty Tower

Highlight • Natural Monument

Climb the spiral staircase for even more spectacular views from the top

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5.31 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.96 km

1.31 km

Surfaces

4.85 km

425 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 14 October

15°C

5°C

60 %

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Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

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Comments

January 24, 2023,Scolty Hill

This route is more suited to carrying baby in a sling or carrier as you will encounter steep and uneven terrain at times. There is a car parking charge which can be paid in cash or using Ringo, no card facility was available. There are other routes to make this a loop but we were advised there was still some …