3,589 ft · Central Highlands, Scotland
Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr
Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr is a 3,589 ft peak in the Central Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the From Glen Nevis via Sgurr Choinnich Beag: 10 mi, 3,710 ft of gain, Class 2.
Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr at a glance
- Elevation3,589 ft1,093 m
- RouteFrom Glen Nevis via Sgurr Choinnich BeagClass 2
- Distance10 mi3,710 ft gain
- Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeCentral HighlandsScotland
Climbing the From Glen Nevis via Sgurr Choinnich Beag
From Fort William, take the Glen Nevis road off the A82 to the Upper Falls car park at the road end. Walk the gorge path past Steall meadows and the Steall ruin along the Water of Nevis, then leave the path at the Allt Coire a' Bhuic and climb the pathless grassy hillside onto the ridge over Sgurr Choinnich Beag to the summit. Class 2 on wet, trackless ground and a narrow, rocky crest. It is usually traversed with Stob Coire an Laoigh and Stob Choire Claurigh on the Grey Corries. Side streams are hard to cross in spate, the upper glen is very boggy, and low cloud is common.
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
- Boggy terrain
- Stream crossing
- Low visibility
- Remote location
Quests with Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr?
Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr is 3,589 feet (1,093 m) tall. It is in the Central Highlands, Scotland.
How does Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr rank among the Munros?
At 3,589 feet, Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr is the 52nd highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr?
The From Glen Nevis via Sgurr Choinnich Beag is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 10 miles with 3,710 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr?
Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the From Glen Nevis via Sgurr Choinnich Beag, covering 10 miles with 3,710 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr?
The From Glen Nevis via Sgurr Choinnich Beag needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 10 miles with 3,710 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 Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr?
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 Sgùrr Choinnich Mòr with Yak
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