3,473 ft · Northwest Highlands, Scotland
Sgùrr Fiòna
Sgùrr Fiòna is a 3,473 ft peak in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Coire a' Mhuilinn Path: 8 mi, 4,170 ft of gain, Class 2.
Sgùrr Fiòna at a glance
- Elevation3,473 ft1,058 m
- RouteCoire a' Mhuilinn PathClass 2
- Distance8 mi4,170 ft gain
- Time6 – 8 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeNorthwest HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Coire a' Mhuilinn Path
From Ullapool, take the A835 south to Braemore Junction, then the A832 west to Dundonnell at the head of Little Loch Broom. Start from the Dundonnell Mountain Rescue layby and climb the path up Meall Garbh into Coire a' Mhuilinn, then onto the ridge and over Bidein a' Ghlas Thuill. A Class 2 path crosses the north face of Sgurr Fiona to reach its rocky northwest ridge. The full ridge traverse over the Corrag Bhuidhe pinnacles is a Grade 3 scramble with serious exposure. Both Munros are normally climbed together. Drops are huge on the corrie side, so take care in wind or mist, and carry a map as there is no signal high up.
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
- Steep exposure
- High winds
- Low visibility
- Slippery terrain
Quests with Sgùrr Fiòna
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Sgùrr Fiòna?
Sgùrr Fiòna is 3,473 feet (1,058 m) tall. It is in the Northwest Highlands, Scotland.
How does Sgùrr Fiòna rank among the Munros?
At 3,473 feet, Sgùrr Fiòna is the 73rd highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Sgùrr Fiòna?
The Coire a' Mhuilinn Path 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 4,170 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Sgùrr Fiòna?
Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the Coire a' Mhuilinn Path, covering 8 miles with 4,170 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Sgùrr Fiòna?
The Coire a' Mhuilinn Path needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 8 miles with 4,170 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 Fiòna?
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 Fiòna 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