Marilyn · North-West Highlands
Cnoc Damh
The name means 'hillock' in Gaelic. At 588m in Strath Oykel in Sutherland, this is the kind of hill that experienced walkers love — not famous, not crowded, but a proper summit with proper views.
Quick facts
- Height
- 588m/ 1929ft
- Difficulty
- 2 / 5Moderate
- Grid ref
- NH 27041 96221
Download GPX route file
Standard route
Standard route
A steady ascent via rough paths through the emptiest landscape in mainland Britain to the 588m summit. The walking is straightforward with clear views opening up as you gain height. Allow 2-4 hours.
Terrain
Ancient Lewisian gneiss and Torridonian sandstone underfoot — some of the oldest rock in Europe. The terrain is rough and boggy between outcrops.
In winter
Northwest Highland winters are dominated by wind rather than deep snow. The maritime climate brings frequent freeze-thaw. Navigation in low cloud is the primary challenge.
This hill is in the Torridon SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow6h 36m
- Edinburgh7h 47m
OS maps: OS Landranger 20, OS Explorer 439E
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:26
- Sunset
- 21:08
- Civil dawn
- 04:37
- Civil dusk
- 21:56
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