Sgurr a' Ghreadaidh from Glenbrittle youth hostel
A 972 m Munro in Isle of Skye, climbed from Glenbrittle youth hostel.
- Distance
- 9.3 km
- Ascent
- 960 m
- Time
- 4–5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 972 m
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About this walk
Sgurr a' Ghreadaidh from Glenbrittle youth hostel is a hard 9.3 km out-and-back walk with 960 m of ascent, taking 4 to 5 hours. It starts at Glenbrittle youth hostel (grid reference NG 409 225). It climbs Sgurr a' Ghreadaidh (972 m), a Munro.
Sgurr a' Ghreadaidh rises to 972 m in Isle of Skye, 1 km south of Sgurr a' Mhadaidh, high enough to be a Munro.
From Glenbrittle youth hostel, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground.
Route
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1
The approach
From Glenbrittle youth hostel, follow the path and tracks towards Sgurr a' Ghreadaidh.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Sgurr a' Ghreadaidh.
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Return
Retrace your steps to the start.
Summit
972 m
Other routes up these hills
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgurr a' Ghreadaidh from Glenbrittle youth hostel take?
- Most walkers take 4–5 hours for the 9.3 km route, which has 960 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Glenbrittle youth hostel (grid reference NG 409 225). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded hard. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Sgurr a' Ghreadaidh (972 m, Munro); Sgurr a' Mhadaidh (918 m, Munro).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Deer stalking takes place on these hills from mid-August to October. Stick to the main paths and check Heading for the Scottish Hills before you go.
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