3,192 ft · Isle of Skye, Scotland
Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh
Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh is a 3,192 ft peak in the Isle of Skye, Scotland. The standard route is the An Dorus from Coire a' Ghreadaidh: 5 mi, 3,150 ft of gain, Class 4.
Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh at a glance
- Elevation3,192 ft972 m
- RouteAn Dorus from Coire a' GhreadaidhClass 4
- Distance5 mi3,150 ft gain
- Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
- SeasonJun – Sep
- RangeIsle of SkyeScotland
Climbing the An Dorus from Coire a' Ghreadaidh
From Sligachan, take the A863 and the Glen Brittle road to the Glen Brittle Youth Hostel, where the walk begins. A good path climbs beside the Allt a' Choire Ghreadaidh into Coire an Dorus, then a steep, loose gully leads to the An Dorus gap on the main ridge. The wall south of the gap is a stiff Grade 2/3 scramble (Class 4), followed by easier rock past the Eag Dubh to the summit. Carry a rope if unsure, since the same moves must be reversed on descent and the basalt is slippery when wet. The arête to the south top is extremely narrow. Usually combined with Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh from An Dorus.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (25–35 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
Helmet
Harness
Rope
Belay Device
Carabiners
What to watch for
- Steep exposure
- Knife-edge ridge
- Slippery terrain
- Loose rock
- Route-finding difficulty
Quests with Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh
MunrosPeaks near Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh
Frequently asked questions
How tall is Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh?
Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh is 3,192 feet (972 m) tall. It is in the Isle of Skye, Scotland.
How does Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh rank among the Munros?
At 3,192 feet, Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh is the 185th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to climb Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh?
The An Dorus from Coire a' Ghreadaidh is Class 4, which means exposed scrambling, where many parties bring a rope. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 5 miles with 3,150 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to climb Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh?
Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the An Dorus from Coire a' Ghreadaidh, covering 5 miles with 3,150 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Is Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh dangerous to climb?
It has real risks: exposed sections where a fall would be serious, rockfall from loose rock and tricky route-finding. Go with an experienced partner, wear a helmet, test holds before you trust them and turn back if the rock is wet or icy.
Do you need a rope to climb Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh?
Most parties bring one. The An Dorus from Coire a' Ghreadaidh is Class 4, and the gear list includes a rope, harness and belay device.
When is the best time to climb Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh?
The usual climbing window is June to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list