Scotland
Wether Hill
503M
1650FT
About Wether Hill
Tucked away above the Glendevon reservoirs, this rounded hump offers a quiet alternative to the more popular Ochil peaks. The terrain is typical of the range—largely trackless grass and heather that can be spongy underfoot. It’s a peaceful summit for walkers looking to escape the busier trails found further west.
Key Statistics
Rank
50th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Ochil Hills
Prominence
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119
Nearest Town
Auchterarder
Geology
You are walking across the Ochil Volcanic Formation. This foundation is made of ancient lava flows that cooled and hardened into durable volcanic rock.
Classifications
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN922058
Latitude
56.2333°N
Longitude
3.7403°W
Did You Know?
- •The name derives from the Old English 'wether', meaning a castrated ram. This reflects the centuries-old tradition of sheep farming that has defined the ecology and landscape of the Ochil Hills.
- •It is most commonly climbed as part of a horseshoe route from the Upper Glendevon Reservoir, typically bagged alongside its neighbours Innerdownie and Whitewisp Hill.
- •The summit provides a clear perspective of the Firth of Forth and the Pentland Hills to the south, while the northern horizon is dominated by the Highland giants of Ben Vorlich and Stùc a' Chroin.
- •While the name promises livestock, the hill is more famous among locals for its mossy plateaus; the ground between here and Skythorn Hill is a masterclass in how much water Scottish peat can successfully hold.