Cnoc Dubh Mor

Rising above the wild landscape of Sutherland, this modest but rugged hill offers an authentic taste of North West Highland moorland. Its height belies the effort required to cross the pathless, heathery terrain, rewarded by sprawling views across the deep waters of Loch Eriboll and the distinctive profile of Ben Hope.

• •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'Cnoc Dubh Mòr', meaning 'Great Black Hill', likely a reference to the dark, peat-stained heather that covers its slopes throughout the year.
• •From the summit, walkers gain an excellent perspective of the Moine Thrust, overlooking the vast peatlands of the Moine towards the sea-cliffs of Whiten Head.
• •Despite its modest stature, the hill is classified as a Hump (a hill with a prominence of at least 100 metres), making it a significant landmark in this low-lying coastal area.
• •The ascent usually involves navigating the infamous Sutherland bogs; it is the kind of terrain where 'waterproof' boots are frequently treated as a polite suggestion rather than a reality.