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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
- Prominence
- 390 m
- Grid ref
- NB 21031 02949
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
Height and prominence cross-checked against the Database of British and Irish Hills (CC BY).
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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. An all-network dead zone; Harris is largely off-grid away from Tarbert.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 05:16
- Sunset
- 21:51
- Civil dawn
- 04:21
- Civil dusk
- 22:45
NOAA Solar Calculator · 30 July 2026
Around Todun [Toddun] on the SCOT network
Getting there, basing yourself, and what to do off the hill.
Todun [Toddun] — common questions
- Is Todun [Toddun] a hard climb?
- Todun [Toddun] is rated 2/5 (moderate) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. Ground conditions: Initial coastal path then steep heather and exposed gneiss slabs on the upper ridge.
- How much drop does Todun [Toddun] have?
- The drop is 390m: measured from the summit of Todun [Toddun] down to the saddle joining it to higher terrain. Passing the 150m-drop threshold on all sides is exactly what makes it a Marilyn.
- What's the best month to climb Todun [Toddun]?
- Aim for April, May, June, July, August, September, October on Todun [Toddun]. In the remaining months treat it as a winter hill — full kit, solid navigation, and a look at the relevant SAIS avalanche forecast before you go.
- Can dogs go up Todun [Toddun]?
- Dogs are fine on a lead. The route passes livestock or ground-nesting bird habitat, so keep them close throughout.
- Will I get phone signal on Todun [Toddun]?
- Poor. An all-network dead zone; 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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