3,127 ft · Western Highlands, Scotland
Sgùrr nan Coireachan
Sgùrr nan Coireachan is a 3,127 ft peak in the Western Highlands, Scotland. The standard route is the South Ridge from Glen Dessarry: 11 mi, 3,150 ft of gain, Class 2.
Sgùrr nan Coireachan at a glance
- Elevation3,127 ft953 m
- RouteSouth Ridge from Glen DessarryClass 2
- Distance11 mi3,150 ft gain
- Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
- SeasonMay – Sep
- RangeWestern HighlandsScotland
Climbing the South Ridge from Glen Dessarry
From Fort William, take the A830 to Banavie, the B8004 to Gairlochy and the B8005 to the end of the public road at the head of Loch Arkaig. Start from the Loch Arkaig road-end car park and follow the Glen Dessarry track, then the signed path for Inverie above the forestry. After crossing the Allt Coire nan Uth, a small cairn marks the path up the very steep grass and rock of the south ridge to the summit (Class 2). Usually combined with Garbh Chioch Mhor and Sgurr na Ciche. The burn can be impassable in spate, but a bridge sits higher up. Expect deep bog and midges.
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
- Boggy terrain
- Stream crossing
- Remote location
- Low visibility
- Insects
Quests with Sgùrr nan Coireachan
MunrosPeaks near Sgùrr nan Coireachan
Frequently asked questions
How tall is Sgùrr nan Coireachan?
Sgùrr nan Coireachan is 3,127 feet (953 m) tall. It is in the Western Highlands, Scotland.
How does Sgùrr nan Coireachan rank among the Munros?
At 3,127 feet, Sgùrr nan Coireachan is the 210th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to hike Sgùrr nan Coireachan?
The South Ridge from Glen Dessarry is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 11 miles with 3,150 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Sgùrr nan Coireachan?
Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the South Ridge from Glen Dessarry, covering 11 miles with 3,150 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Sgùrr nan Coireachan?
The South Ridge from Glen Dessarry needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 11 miles with 3,150 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 Coireachan?
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 Coireachan with Yak
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