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Mountains & hills · Scottish Highlands

Sandy Hillock

🐾 Dog-friendly

Sandy Hillock — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.

Disused aerial poles on Sandy Hillock - geograph.org.uk - 1003863

Rob Burke — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
  • Dog-friendly

About

A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Sandy Hillock is a named hill or mountain in scotland highlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.

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Place summary

Sandy Hillock is a mountain located in the Scottish Highlands. It is characterised by its rugged terrain and scenic views typical of the region. Visitors can expect a challenging landscape suitable for hiking and outdoor activities, with opportunities to appreciate the natural beauty of the Highlands. The area is known for its diverse wildlife and varied ecosystems.

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Coordinates
56.9091, -3.2070

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sandy Hillock?
Sandy Hillock is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
What is Sandy Hillock?
Sandy Hillock — a hill or mountain in scotland highlands.
How do I get to Sandy Hillock?
Its coordinates are 56.9091°, -3.2070°.