Fells/Laibheal a' Deas
Scotland

Laibheal a' Deas

501M
1644FT
Rank
35th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Scotland
Nearest Town
Brèinis

About Laibheal a' Deas

Rising to 501 metres on Harris in the Outer Hebrides, this modest summit occupies remote moorland terrain characteristic of the island's eastern interior. The hill qualifies as both a Dodd and Tump, reflecting its relative prominence in an area of scattered low tops and peat bog.

Key Statistics

Rank
35th Highest in Region
Parent Range
Scotland
Nearest Town
Brèinis
Prominence
?
53
Geology
You are walking across granite and crystal-rich granite, which make up a complex network of rock veins beneath your feet.
Classifications

Did You Know?

  • •The name derives from Scottish Gaelic, with 'Laibheal' meaning 'level' or 'flat area' and 'a' Deas' meaning 'of the south', likely describing a southern plateau or flattish summit feature.
  • •The coordinates show an unusual eastern longitude despite being in the Outer Hebrides, which typically lie well west of the prime meridian—suggesting a possible data error in the recorded position.
  • •At 501 metres, the summit scrapes over the 500-metre threshold by a single metre, achieving Tump status by the narrowest of margins.

Find It

OS Grid Reference
NB025235
Latitude
58.1002°N
Longitude
7.0516°W

Explore Further

Scotland Guide
Editorial guide for this region
TrailTrack map showing the location of Laibheal a' Deas
TrailTrack location
NB025235

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