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Marilyn · Outer Hebrides
Crogearraidh na Thobha [Crogary na Hoe]
Crogary na Hoe sits on the eastern peninsula of North Uist, a low 154m hill above the inlets and skerries of Loch Eport. It is a quietly evocative summit pointing east towards Skye and the Cuillin.
Quick facts
- Height
- 154m/ 505ft
- Grid ref
- NF 97481 72410
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
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Standard route
blanket bog 50% · Lewisian gneiss 35% · rocky summit 15%
Approach from the minor road serving the Loch Eport peninsula and climb the western flank on rough moorland. Less than two hours sees most parties up and back, with an option to extend along the rugged coast.
Terrain
Tough moor of bog and tussock with frequent gneiss ribs poking through. The terrain dries out faster than the central Uist plains thanks to better drainage.
In winter
A reliable short-day pick when bigger hills are out of bounds. The Atlantic gales still bite on the open ground, but the absence of any altitude takes most winter difficulties out of play.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow9h 38m
- Edinburgh11h 57m
Ferry access
Uig (Skye) → Lochmaddy (North Uist)
- Crossing time105 min
- Summer sailings2 sailings daily (Apr–Oct)
- Winter sailings1 sailing daily (Nov–Mar)
- Book ahead14 days
- Last ferry backCheck CalMac timetable
The Western Isles causeways link North Uist, Benbecula, and South Uist — drive between them once on the island.
Book on CalMac ↗OS maps: OS Landranger 18, OS Explorer 454E
Mobile signal: Poor. Dead zone for all networks; South Uist is largely off-grid.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:28
- Sunset
- 22:30
- Civil dawn
- 03:16
- Civil dusk
- 23:42
NOAA Solar Calculator · 16 June 2026
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Crogearraidh na Thobha [Crogary na Hoe] — common questions
- How hard is Crogearraidh na Thobha [Crogary na Hoe]?
- Crogearraidh na Thobha [Crogary na Hoe] is rated 1/5 (easy) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Tough moor of bog and tussock with frequent gneiss ribs poking through.
- When is the best time to climb Crogearraidh na Thobha [Crogary na Hoe]?
- The standard good-weather months for Crogearraidh na Thobha [Crogary na Hoe] are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October. Outside those months, expect winter conditions on the high ground — full mountain kit, navigation skills, and a check of the SAIS avalanche forecast for the relevant region.
- Can I bring my dog up Crogearraidh na Thobha [Crogary na Hoe]?
- Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead — there is livestock or ground-nesting bird interest on the route.
- Is there mobile signal on Crogearraidh na Thobha [Crogary na Hoe]?
- Poor. Dead zone for all networks; South Uist is largely off-grid.
- How do I get the ferry to Crogearraidh na Thobha [Crogary na Hoe]?
- Uig (Skye) → Lochmaddy (North Uist). 2 sailings daily (Apr–Oct) in summer; 1 sailing daily (Nov–Mar) in winter. Book at least 14 days ahead. The Western Isles causeways link North Uist, Benbecula, and South Uist — drive between them once on the island.
- Is Crogearraidh na Thobha [Crogary na Hoe] safe in winter?
- A reliable short-day pick when bigger hills are out of bounds. The Atlantic gales still bite on the open ground, but the absence of any altitude takes most winter difficulties out of play.
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