Giolabhal Glas

Rising to 475 metres in the Northern Isles, this Hump offers a rugged, island-summit experience. Its terrain is typical of the region's moorland, requiring a steady pull through peat and heather. Reaching the top reveals a commanding panorama across the surrounding maritime landscape and the distant silhouettes of neighbouring peaks.

• •The name Giolabhal Glas reflects a Norse-Gaelic heritage; 'Glas' usually denotes a greenish-grey colour, while 'Giolabhal' likely stems from the Old Norse 'gil' (a narrow glen) and 'fjall' (mountain).
• •Standing as a Hump—a hill with a prominence of at least 100 metres—the summit provides an unhindered vantage point over the complex, fractured coastline and the vast expanse of the Atlantic.
• •In these parts, 'Glas' can translate to green, grey, or silver, which conveniently covers almost every possible shade of the Scottish weather you are likely to encounter during the ascent.