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Marilyn · Outer Hebrides
Huiseabhal Mor [Husival Mor]
Huiseabhal Mor is a remote 489m hill in the empty centre of west Harris, looking down on Loch Resort and out to the island of Scarp. The summit views take in Ceartabhal, Tirga Mor and the great glaciated trough of Glen Ulladale.
Gaelic: “big” · Pronunciation: huiseabhal more [husival mor]
Quick facts
- Height
- 489m/ 1604ft
- Grid ref
- NB 02264 11608
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
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Standard route
blanket bog 50% · Lewisian gneiss 35% · rocky summit 15%
Park at Husinish and follow the coastal path before turning south into the moor, climbing the long western ridge. A demanding six-hour round on pathless ground; route choice matters to avoid the worst bogs.
Terrain
Wet bog and many small lochans on the approach, with gneiss knolls and slabs higher up. Summit is a rounded grassy dome with rocky tor.
In winter
Limited snow but the long pathless approach becomes treacherous when waterlogged or frozen. Featureless terrain demands solid navigation.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow9h 5m
- Edinburgh11h 17m
Ferry access
Uig (Skye) → Tarbert (Harris)
- Crossing time105 min
- Summer sailings2 sailings daily (Apr–Oct)
- Winter sailings1 sailing daily (Nov–Mar)
- Book ahead14 days
- Last ferry backCheck CalMac timetable — last sailing to Uig varies seasonally
Drive to Uig on Skye (Skye Bridge from Kyle of Lochalsh), then ferry to Harris. Alternative: Ullapool → Stornoway (Lewis, 2h45) and drive south.
Book on CalMac ↗OS maps: OS Landranger 13, OS Explorer 456
Mobile signal: Poor. Dead zone; signal returns only near the main Lochmaddy road.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:24
- Sunset
- 22:33
- Civil dawn
- 03:09
- Civil dusk
- 23:48
NOAA Solar Calculator · 16 June 2026
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Huiseabhal Mor [Husival Mor] — common questions
- How hard is Huiseabhal Mor [Husival Mor]?
- Huiseabhal Mor [Husival Mor] is rated 3/5 (moderately challenging) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Wet bog and many small lochans on the approach, with gneiss knolls and slabs higher up.
- When is the best time to climb Huiseabhal Mor [Husival Mor]?
- The standard good-weather months for Huiseabhal Mor [Husival Mor] are 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 Huiseabhal Mor [Husival Mor]?
- 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 Huiseabhal Mor [Husival Mor]?
- Poor. Dead zone; signal returns only near the main Lochmaddy road.
- How do I get the ferry to Huiseabhal Mor [Husival Mor]?
- Uig (Skye) → Tarbert (Harris). 2 sailings daily (Apr–Oct) in summer; 1 sailing daily (Nov–Mar) in winter. Book at least 14 days ahead. Drive to Uig on Skye (Skye Bridge from Kyle of Lochalsh), then ferry to Harris. Alternative: Ullapool → Stornoway (Lewis, 2h45) and drive south.
- Is Huiseabhal Mor [Husival Mor] safe in winter?
- Limited snow but the long pathless approach becomes treacherous when waterlogged or frozen. Featureless terrain demands solid navigation.
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