3,074 ft · Central Highlands, Scotland
Beinn Sgulaird
Beinn Sgulaird is a 3,074 ft peak in the Central Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the South Ridge via Meall Garbh: 8 mi, 4,070 ft of gain, Class 2.
Beinn Sgulaird at a glance
- Elevation3,074 ft936 m
- RouteSouth Ridge via Meall GarbhClass 2
- Distance8 mi4,070 ft gain
- Time6 – 8 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeCentral HighlandsScotland
Climbing the South Ridge via Meall Garbh
From Oban, drive north on the A828 to the head of Loch Creran and take the minor road toward Glen Creran. Park in the small layby just north of Druimavuic, which fills quickly. A track climbs through woods before a grassy path leaves it for the ridge. The route crosses several minor tops and Meall Garbh, with dips and reascents, bouldery ground without a clear path near the top and a little mild scrambling onto the summit plateau (Class 2). Navigation across the tops is awkward in mist. The return is normally by the same line, with an option to drop south to the track lower down.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (30–40 L)
Hiking Boots
Water
Offline Maps
Headlamp
Satellite Communicator
Whistle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Sun Hat
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Warm Hat
Buff
Midweight Gloves
Trekking Poles
GPS Device
Power Bank
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Emergency Bivy
What to watch for
- Route-finding difficulty
- Low visibility
- Loose rock
- Slippery terrain
Quests with Beinn Sgulaird
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Beinn Sgulaird?
Beinn Sgulaird is 3,074 feet (936 m) tall. It is in the Central Highlands, Scotland.
How does Beinn Sgulaird rank among the Munros?
At 3,074 feet, Beinn Sgulaird is the 237th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Beinn Sgulaird?
The South Ridge via Meall Garbh is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 8 miles with 4,070 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Beinn Sgulaird?
Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the South Ridge via Meall Garbh, covering 8 miles with 4,070 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Beinn Sgulaird?
The South Ridge via Meall Garbh needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 8 miles with 4,070 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.
When is the best time to hike Beinn Sgulaird?
The usual hiking window is May to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Beinn Sgulaird with Yak
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