3,776 ft · Western Highlands, Scotland
Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan
Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan is a 3,776 ft peak in the Western Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the Coire na Cloiche from Alltbeithe: 23 mi, 4,330 ft of gain, Class 2.
Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan at a glance
- Elevation3,776 ft1,150 m
- RouteCoire na Cloiche from AlltbeitheClass 2
- Distance23 mi4,330 ft gain
- Time2 – 3 daysHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeWestern HighlandsScotland
Climbing the Coire na Cloiche from Alltbeithe
From Cannich on the A831, follow the minor road up Glen Affric to its end. Start from the River Affric car park (paid parking) and walk the Affric Kintail Way track along Loch Affric to Alltbeithe, the Glen Affric youth hostel, where most parties spend the night. Next day, a stalkers' path climbs to the bealach above Coire na Cloiche and a narrowing Class 2 ridge leads to the summit. Usually combined with Mullach na Dheiragain and An Socach. The hostel opens seasonally and needs booking. Burns near Alltbeithe can flood, and the summit ridge is exposed to westerly gales and cloud.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (55–75 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
- Stream crossing
- High winds
- Low visibility
Quests with Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan?
Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan is 3,776 feet (1,150 m) tall. It is in the Western Highlands, Scotland.
How does Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan rank among the Munros?
At 3,776 feet, Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan is the 22nd highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan?
The Coire na Cloiche from Alltbeithe is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 23 miles with 4,330 feet of elevation gain.
How many days does it take to climb Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan?
Most climbers plan 2 – 3 days for the Coire na Cloiche from Alltbeithe, with at least one night on the mountain.
Can a beginner hike Sgùrr nan Ceathramhnan?
The Coire na Cloiche from Alltbeithe needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard trip: 23 miles with 4,330 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 nan Ceathramhnan?
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 nan Ceathramhnan 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