Sgurr na Sgine

Sgurr na Sgine

Sgurr na Sgine, Munro above Glen Shiel

With its steep eastern face, Sgurr na Sgine is a prominent mountain standing near the western end of Glen Shiel.


Sgurr na Sgine


Height946m
Prominence247m
Meaningpeak of the knife
ListsMunros, 221
LocationGlen Shiel south,
Glen Shiel to Loch Hourn
Grid RefNG946114
Lat/Lon57.14711, -5.39783


Standing above the western end of Glen Shiel, Sgurr na Sgine has a relatively flat grass-covered summit that ends abruptly above its eastern face, giving it a striking outline.

The most direct hiking route up Sgurr na Sgine begins with a steep climb up the minor peak of Faochag, thereafter a pleasant stroll bags its summit. However, most hillwalkers will opt to combine Sgurr na Sgine with The Saddle nearby in a circular route which takes in some thrilling rock-scrambling along the Forcan Ridge.



Routes up Sgurr na Sgine


The Saddle via the Forcan Ridge

The Saddle and Sgurr na Sgine can be combined as a short horseshoe route, giving plenty of time to enjoy rock-scrambling along the famed Forcan Ridge.

Peaks : 2 Munros

Ascent : 1600m (5250ft)
Distance : 14km (9m)
Time : 6:10hr



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