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Benarty Hill
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Benarty Hill from the north
Highest point
Elevation 356 m (1,168 ft)
Prominence 228 m (748 ft)
Parent peak Dumglow
Listing Marilyn
Geography
Benarty Hill is located in Scotland
Benarty Hill
Benarty Hill
Location in Scotland
OS grid NT153978
Topo map OS Landranger 59

Benarty Hill, often called Benarty by locals, is a hill in Scotland. It stands tall near Ballingry in Fife. The top of the hill marks the border between Fife and Perth and Kinross.

Benarty Hill is easy to spot from the M90 motorway. You can also see it clearly from Kinross and Loch Leven. The lower parts of the hill are quite steep. However, the wide, open area at the top is mostly flat. This flat area is covered in heathland.

Exploring Benarty Hill

Benarty Hill is a great place for a walk. There are paths that lead you to the top.

Walking Paths

You can reach the summit from different directions. From the north, you can follow the "Sleeping Giant path." This path starts near the RSPB Loch Leven visitors centre.

The south side of the hill also has easy paths. These tracks go through the forest and then up to the flat, open top. It's a fun way to explore the hill.

Amazing Views from the Top

When you reach the top of Benarty Hill, you'll see incredible views. You can look across Loch Leven to the Lomond Hills. You can also see the Firth of Forth and the Lammermuir Hills and Pentland Hills in the distance.

Benarty Hill near Ballingry
Benarty Hill

On a clear day, you might even see the Isle of Arran. This island is about 80 miles away to the west! The views to the north and west show the Southern Highlands. It's a perfect spot for taking photos and enjoying nature.

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