About Gormol
Reaching an elevation of 470 metres, this prominent peak in the Northern Isles provides a rugged and isolated hillwalking experience. As a Marilyn, Hump, and Tump, it is defined by its significant prominence, offering a windswept summit and characteristically remote terrain typical of Scotland’s more northern island archipelagos.
Key Statistics
Rank
46th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Northern Isles
Nearest Town
Eisgein
Prominence
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322m
Geology
You are walking on the Outer Hebrides Thrust Zone, where rocks were crushed and reshaped by intense pressure along an ancient fault line.
Nearby Fells
CrionaigCnoc Loch nam FaoileagRuadh ChleitColla CleitCorlabhadh
Did You Know?
- •The hill is 'triple-classified', meeting the specific prominence requirements to be a Marilyn (150m), a Hump (100m), and a Tump (30m) simultaneously.
- •At 470 metres, the ascent usually begins from near sea level, meaning walkers must tackle the full vertical height through terrain often dominated by peat moorland and rough heather.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
NB301069
Latitude
57.9695°N
Longitude
6.5645°W