3,412 ft · Western Highlands, Scotland
Sgùrr na Cìche
Sgùrr na Cìche is a 3,412 ft peak in the Western Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Glen Dessarry via Feadan na Ciche: 13 mi, 3,770 ft of gain, Class 2.
Sgùrr na Cìche at a glance
- Elevation3,412 ft1,039 m
- RouteGlen Dessarry via Feadan na CicheClass 2
- Distance13 mi3,770 ft gain
- Time9 – 11 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeWestern HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Glen Dessarry via Feadan na Ciche
From Fort William, take the A830 to Banavie, the B8004 to Gairlochy and the long, twisting B8005 along Loch Arkaig. Start from the Loch Arkaig road-end car park and follow the track and then the boggy right of way west through Glen Dessarry. Near its head, climb steep, rocky ground to the Feadan na Ciche gap and pick through boulders to the pointed summit (Class 2). Usually combined with Garbh Chioch Mhor and Sgurr nan Coireachan on a ridge circuit. The Glen Dessary Estate posts stalking notices at the road end from mid-August. The ground is complex in mist, and midges are fierce.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (35–55 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
- Remote location
- Boggy terrain
- Route-finding difficulty
- Low visibility
- Insects
Quests with Sgùrr na Cìche
MunrosPeaks near Sgùrr na Cìche
Frequently asked questions
How tall is Sgùrr na Cìche?
Sgùrr na Cìche is 3,412 feet (1,039 m) tall. It is in the Western Highlands, Scotland.
How does Sgùrr na Cìche rank among the Munros?
At 3,412 feet, Sgùrr na Cìche is the 92nd highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Sgùrr na Cìche?
The Glen Dessarry via Feadan na Ciche is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 13 miles with 3,770 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Sgùrr na Cìche?
Most people take 9 – 11 hours round trip on the Glen Dessarry via Feadan na Ciche, covering 13 miles with 3,770 feet of elevation gain. That is a long day, so start before dawn and set a turnaround time.
Can a beginner hike Sgùrr na Cìche?
The Glen Dessarry via Feadan na Ciche needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 13 miles with 3,770 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 na Cìche?
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 na Cìche 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