Sgurr a' Mhadaidh from Glenbrittle youth hostel
A 918 m Munro in Isle of Skye, climbed from Glenbrittle youth hostel.
- Distance
- 8.8 km
- Ascent
- 900 m
- Time
- 3.5–5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 918 m
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About this walk
Sgurr a' Mhadaidh from Glenbrittle youth hostel is a hard 8.8 km out-and-back walk with 900 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 5 hours. It starts at Glenbrittle youth hostel (grid reference NG 409 225). It climbs Sgurr a' Mhadaidh (918 m), a Munro.
At 918 m (3,012 ft), Sgurr a' Mhadaidh is one of the Munros of Isle of Skye, standing 1 km north of Sgurr a' Ghreadaidh.
This route starts from Glenbrittle youth hostel and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top.
Route
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The approach
From Glenbrittle youth hostel, follow the path and tracks towards Sgurr a' Mhadaidh.
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The summit
Climb to the summit of Sgurr a' Mhadaidh.
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Return
Return the same way.
Summit
918 m
Other routes up Sgurr a' Mhadaidh
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgurr a' Mhadaidh from Glenbrittle youth hostel take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–5 hours for the 8.8 km route, which has 900 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 hill does it climb?
- 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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