3,258 ft · Isle of Skye, Scotland
Sgùrr Alasdair
Sgùrr Alasdair is a 3,258 ft peak in the Isle of Skye, Scotland. The standard route is the Great Stone Chute: 5 mi, 3,250 ft of gain, Class 3.
Sgùrr Alasdair at a glance
- Elevation3,258 ft993 m
- RouteGreat Stone ChuteClass 3
- Distance5 mi3,250 ft gain
- Time6 – 8 hrsHard effort
- SeasonJun – Sep
- RangeIsle of SkyeScotland
Climbing the Great Stone Chute
From Sligachan, follow the A863 and B8009 toward Carbost, then the single-track road down Glen Brittle. Start from the Glen Brittle campsite car park and follow the pitched path into Coire Lagan, where the path gets rougher and climbs a slabby gully before the lochan. The route then climbs the Great Stone Chute, a steep and very loose scree gully, and finishes with a short, easy Grade 1 scramble (Class 3) along the crest. Wear a helmet, as parties above can dislodge stones. Gabbro deflects compasses and cloud is frequent, so carry a GPS. Midges are fierce on still summer days.
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
What to watch for
- Loose rock
- Rockfall
- Steep exposure
- Low visibility
Quests with Sgùrr Alasdair
MunrosPeaks near Sgùrr Alasdair
Frequently asked questions
How tall is Sgùrr Alasdair?
Sgùrr Alasdair is 3,258 feet (993 m) tall. It is in the Isle of Skye, Scotland.
How does Sgùrr Alasdair rank among the Munros?
At 3,258 feet, Sgùrr Alasdair is the 150th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to climb Sgùrr Alasdair?
The Great Stone Chute is Class 3, which means scrambling, where you use your hands to climb and a fall could be serious. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 5 miles with 3,250 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to climb Sgùrr Alasdair?
Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the Great Stone Chute, covering 5 miles with 3,250 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Is Sgùrr Alasdair 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 helmet for Sgùrr Alasdair?
It is a good idea. Loose rock and rockfall are common on the Great Stone Chute, so a helmet is on the gear list.
When is the best time to climb Sgùrr Alasdair?
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 Alasdair 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