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Marilyn · Outer Hebrides
Todun [Toddun]
Todun is a striking pyramidal 528m peak rising above the head of Loch Trolamarig on the east side of Harris. Its abrupt shape and isolated position make it one of the most photographed hills on the island and a memorable climb.
Quick facts
- Height
- 528m/ 1732ft
- Grid ref
- NB 21031 02949
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
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Standard route
Lewisian gneiss 45% · blanket bog 35% · rocky summit 20%
From Reinigeadal on the eastern Harris road, follow the path north along the coast then climb the steep south ridge directly to the summit. Roughly four hours return with a relentless final pull.
Terrain
Initial coastal path then steep heather and exposed gneiss slabs on the upper ridge. The final cone is rocky underfoot with a few easy scrambling moves to the cairn.
In winter
Snow patches on north faces into March; the steep grass and slabs ice up readily. Loch Trolamarig funnels strong easterlies onto the ridge.
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow8h 19m
- Edinburgh10h 28m
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 14, OS Explorer 455, OS Explorer 456
Mobile signal: Poor. Dead zone for all networks; Harris is largely off-grid away from Tarbert.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:24
- Sunset
- 22:31
- Civil dawn
- 03:09
- Civil dusk
- 23:46
NOAA Solar Calculator · 16 June 2026
Around Todun [Toddun] on the SCOT network
Getting there, basing yourself, and what to do off the hill.
Todun [Toddun] — common questions
- How hard is Todun [Toddun]?
- Todun [Toddun] is rated 2/5 (moderate) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Terrain: Initial coastal path then steep heather and exposed gneiss slabs on the upper ridge.
- When is the best time to climb Todun [Toddun]?
- The standard good-weather months for Todun [Toddun] 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 Todun [Toddun]?
- 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 Todun [Toddun]?
- Poor. Dead zone for all networks; Harris is largely off-grid away from Tarbert.
- How do I get the ferry to Todun [Toddun]?
- 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 Todun [Toddun] safe in winter?
- Snow patches on north faces into March; the steep grass and slabs ice up readily. Loch Trolamarig funnels strong easterlies onto the ridge.
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