Scotland
Cairnmorris Hill
606M
1989FT
About Cairnmorris Hill
Resting in the quieter central reaches of the Ochils, this rounded moorland summit offers a sense of isolation away from the busier southern escarpment. Rising above the Glen Sherup reservoir, its grassy slopes provide a steady climb with expansive views across the rolling plateau toward Ben Cleuch and the Lomonds.
Key Statistics
Rank
17th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Scotland
Prominence
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37.7m
Nearest Town
Perth and Kinross
Geology
You are walking over ancient lava flows and layers of cemented pebbles. These volcanic rocks and stony deposits form the rugged foundation of the Ochil Volcanic Formation.
Classifications
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NN933016
Latitude
56.1956°N
Longitude
3.7199°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is likely a hybrid of the Gaelic Càrn, meaning a stony hill or cairn, and a local or personal name, though the summit itself is more characterized by peat and grass than prominent rock.
- •It is frequently climbed as part of a circular route from the Glen Sherup car park, often paired with the neighbouring Skythorn Hill to the west.
- •The summit offers a clear perspective of the eastern Ochils and the Firth of Forth, with the distinct profiles of West and East Lomond visible across the Fife landscape.
- •Standing at 606 metres, the hill misses the 2,000ft mark required for Graham status by less than four metres, ensuring it remains a peaceful spot overlooked by most peak-baggers.