Scotland
Carmichael Hill
353M
1158FT
About Carmichael Hill
Rising to the east of the village of Carmichael, this modest Hump sits in the shadow of its much larger neighbour, Tinto. It offers an easy-going ascent through grazing land, rewarding walkers with an unblocked perspective across the Clyde Valley toward the rolling heights of the Southern Uplands.
Key Statistics
Rank
492nd Highest in Region
Parent Range
Southern Uplands
Prominence
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129m
Nearest Town
Carmichael
Geology
Carmichael Hill is built from gritty sandstone and rough conglomerate. You are walking over solid layers of compressed sand and smooth, embedded pebbles.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NS927393
Latitude
55.6358°N
Longitude
3.7059°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Brythonic 'caer', meaning fort, and the personal name Michael, suggesting the site of an early defensive position or a church dedicated to the saint.
- •The hill overlooks the historic Carmichael Estate, which has served as the seat of the Clan Carmichael for over 700 years.
- •The summit provides a distinct, lateral view of Tinto’s north-eastern flank, allowing you to appreciate the scale of Lanarkshire’s most famous peak from a much quieter vantage point.
- •At 353 metres, it is almost exactly half the height of its neighbour Tinto, making it a sensible alternative for those who want the views of the Clyde without the crowds.