Gnoll Pass

Gnoll Pass was a mountain pass through the Storm Horns in northern Cormyr.

Geography
The Gnoll Pass ran between the eastern end of the Storm Horns and the smaller Gnoll Peaks, and carried the Moonsea Ride with it north from Arabel. It adjoined the Helmlands of northern Cormyr, and was a generally sparsely-inhabited and wild land. The Purple Dragons fortresses of Castle Crag and Slingdyke guarded the southern end of the pass, with Castle Kilgrave and Wyvernwatch Castle nearby. The Stonelands lay north of the Pass, with the Moonsea Ride and Stonebolt Trail leading to the towns of Halfhap and Tilverton and eventually to the Dalelands and the Moonsea.

Description
Gnoll Pass was the main route of access from northern Cormyr into the Stonelands and beyond, handling the majority of trade, travelers and military movements. It was a vital strategic chokepoint that separated the Stonelands from Cormyr, and was guarded against invaders from the Stonelands by the defensive fortress of Castle Crag.

The area was well known for its coal mines, which were operated by people from Arabel, and dominated by the merchants of House Misrim.

Appearances

 * Adventures
 * Marco Volo: Journey
 * Novels
 * Azure Bonds