3,039 ft · Isle of Skye, Scotland
Sgùrr nan Eag
Sgùrr nan Eag is a 3,039 ft peak in the Isle of Skye, Scotland. The standard route is the Coire a' Ghrunnda: 7 mi, 3,150 ft of gain, Class 3.
Sgùrr nan Eag at a glance
- Elevation3,039 ft926 m
- RouteCoire a' GhrunndaClass 3
- Distance7 mi3,150 ft gain
- Time6 – 8 hrsHard effort
- SeasonJun – Sep
- RangeIsle of SkyeScotland
Climbing the Coire a' Ghrunnda
From Sligachan, take the A863 and B8009, then the single-track road down Glen Brittle. Start from the Glen Brittle campsite car park, fork right for Coire a' Ghrunnda and follow the path high on the left of the slabby lower corrie. A moderate scramble beside the waterfall leads to the upper lochan, then steep boulders and scree reach the ridge, which runs south to the long, narrow summit (Grade 1 scrambling, Class 3). Return the same way. Plan your line through the boulders from the lochan. Usually combined with Sgurr Dubh Mor. Gabbro disturbs compass readings, so carry a GPS.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (25–35 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
Helmet
What to watch for
- Loose rock
- Steep exposure
- Route-finding difficulty
- Low visibility
Quests with Sgùrr nan Eag
MunrosPeaks near Sgùrr nan Eag
Frequently asked questions
How tall is Sgùrr nan Eag?
Sgùrr nan Eag is 3,039 feet (926 m) tall. It is in the Isle of Skye, Scotland.
How does Sgùrr nan Eag rank among the Munros?
At 3,039 feet, Sgùrr nan Eag is the 260th highest of the 282 Munros. The highest is Ben Nevis.
How hard is it to climb Sgùrr nan Eag?
The Coire a' Ghrunnda is Class 3, which means scrambling, where you use your hands to climb and a fall could be serious. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 7 miles with 3,150 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to climb Sgùrr nan Eag?
Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the Coire a' Ghrunnda, covering 7 miles with 3,150 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Is Sgùrr nan Eag dangerous to climb?
It has real risks: exposed sections where a fall would be serious, rockfall from loose rock and tricky route-finding. Go with an experienced partner, wear a helmet, test holds before you trust them and turn back if the rock is wet or icy.
Do you need a helmet for Sgùrr nan Eag?
It is a good idea. Loose rock and rockfall are common on the Coire a' Ghrunnda, so a helmet is on the gear list.
When is the best time to climb Sgùrr nan Eag?
The usual climbing window is June to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Sgùrr nan Eag 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