The Gamshag is located northwest of the Torsee lake, the source of the River Saalach. The prominent peak of the Tristkogel ( m (AA)) rises to the northeast. To the northwest are the Kleine Schütz ( m (AA)) and the Schützkogel ( m (AA)); to the south is the 2,174 m high Teufelssprung (Devil's Leap).