Sgor Gaibhre
Munro peak overlooking Loch Ossian
Sgor Gaibhre is one of two Munro peaks south of Loch Ossian. Along with it's northern top, these twins are grass covered domes with gently rising slopes.Sgor Gaibhre
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| Height | 955m |
| Prominence | 600m |
| Meaning | peak of the goat |
| Lists | Munro, 207 |
| Location | Rannoch Forest, Loch Linnhie to Loch Ericht |
| Grid Ref | NN445674 |
| Lat/Lon | 56.77242, -4.54701 |
Sgor Gaibhre and Carn Dearg are the two Munro peaks south of Loch Ossian linked by a long, wide grass covered ridge. Sgor Gaibhre has a northern Munro Top neighbour, Sgor Choinnich, both dome-shaped, grass covered and rather lacking in distinctive character.
Possibly the most enjoyable route up Sgor Gaibhre is the round of Loch Ossian from Corrour Train Halt, which also takes in Beinn na Lap and Carn Dearg.
Alternatively, if you fancy a bit of cycling, Sgor Gaibhre can bagged With Carn Dearg from near Rannoch Station using he estate tracks that have been markedly improved over recent year. This route could be extended to include the nearby Corbett of Meall na Meoig.
Routes up Sgor Gaibhre
Munros around Loch Ossian | |
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Best reached by a train journey, the remote area surrounding Loch Ossian is a delight to hike in and explore. To bag the three Munros surrounding the Loch - Beinn na Lap, Sgor Gaibhre and Carn Dearg, start at lonely Corrour Halt. Peaks : 3 Munros
Ascent : 1550m (5090ft) Distance : 26km (16m) Time : 9hr |
Carn Dearg and Sgor Gaibhre | |
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With the estate paths being upgraded, cycling to the foot of the Munros surrounding Loch Ossian is a joy. This route takes the most direct line to bag Carn Dearg and Sgor Gaibhre. Peaks : 2 Munros, option of 1 Corbett
Ascent : 1270m (4170ft) Distance : 27km (17m) Time : 5:10hr |
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