How hard is Roineabhal?

Roineabhal is rated 2/5 (moderate) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Heather and bog low down quickly give way to pale anorthosite slabs and scree higher up.

When is the best time to climb Roineabhal?

The standard good-weather months for Roineabhal are 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 Roineabhal?

Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead — there is livestock or ground-nesting bird interest on the route.

How do I get the ferry to Roineabhal?

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.

How hard is Roineabhal?

Roineabhal is rated 2/5 (moderate) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Heather and bog low down quickly give way to pale anorthosite slabs and scree higher up.

When is the best time to climb Roineabhal?

The standard good-weather months for Roineabhal are 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 Roineabhal?

Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead — there is livestock or ground-nesting bird interest on the route.

How do I get the ferry to Roineabhal?

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.

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Roineabhal

Roineabhal is the bold 460m peak overlooking Rodel at the southern tip of Harris, an isolated anorthosite mountain once proposed as a superquarry. The summit gives wonderful views over the Sound of Harris to the Uists and the distant Cuillin of Skye.

Quick facts

Height: 460m/ 1509ft
Difficulty: 2 / 5Moderate
Grid ref: NG 04253 86081
Dogs: Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗

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Standard route

Lewisian gneiss 45% · blanket bog 35% · rocky summit 20%

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From the road end at Lingerabay or near Rodel, climb the northern shoulder over heather and bare rock. About four hours return with steady gradient and a fine summit ridge.

Terrain

Heather and bog low down quickly give way to pale anorthosite slabs and scree higher up. The summit ridge is rocky with a small cairn.

In winter

Snow rarely deep but the slabs become slippery when frozen. Wind on the south Harris coast is unrelenting in winter and there is no shelter on the upper hill.

Best time of year

Best OK Avoid

Getting there

Glasgow9h 36m
Edinburgh11h 52m

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.

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OS maps: OS Landranger 18, OS Explorer 455

Mobile signal: Poor. Remote South Harris; limited coverage.

Current conditions

Daylight Today

20h 31mwalking daylight

Sunrise: 04:26
Sunset: 22:31
Civil dawn: 03:13
Civil dusk: 23:44

NOAA Solar Calculator · 16 June 2026

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Around Roineabhal on the SCOT network

Getting there, basing yourself, and what to do off the hill.

On TripSCOT

town

Base yourself in Tarbert (Harris)

Harris base — Clisham, Luskentyre, Hebridean Way

18km from the hill

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On TasteSCOT

distillery

After the hill: Isle of Harris

Tarbert (Harris) — new island distillery; also known for the Harris Gin

18km from the hill

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Roineabhal — common questions

How hard is Roineabhal?: Roineabhal is rated 2/5 (moderate) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Heather and bog low down quickly give way to pale anorthosite slabs and scree higher up.
When is the best time to climb Roineabhal?: The standard good-weather months for Roineabhal are 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 Roineabhal?: 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 Roineabhal?: Poor. Remote South Harris; limited coverage.
How do I get the ferry to Roineabhal?: 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 Roineabhal safe in winter?: Snow rarely deep but the slabs become slippery when frozen. Wind on the south Harris coast is unrelenting in winter and there is no shelter on the upper hill.

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