At a height of 714 metres (2,343 ft) and a distance of about 3 miles (4.8 km) from the Scottish border, it is best climbed from Langleeford in the Harthope Valley, over which it looms.

A slightly gentler climb, though a longer distance, is from Linhope in the Breamish valley, approaching from the south east.

An alternative route to the summit could involve a long day's climb of both the Cheviot and Hedgehope Hill, starting and finishing at Langleeford.

It is a steep climb from any approach, best reserved for fitter walkers though the steepest inclines are not long in distance.

Conversely, the mountain can be viewed on a clear day from most areas of Northumberland and even as far south as central County Durham.