Sgùrr na h-Ulaidh from Glen Coe
The 'peak of the treasure', a quiet Munro hidden behind Glen Coe's busy summits.
- Distance
- 11.3 km
- Ascent
- 970 m
- Time
- 4.5–6 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 994 m
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About this walk
Sgùrr na h-Ulaidh from Glen Coe is a hard 11.3 km out-and-back walk with 970 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. It starts at Foot of Gleann-leac-na-muidhe, A82 Glen Coe (grid reference NN 119 569). It climbs Sgurr na h-Ulaidh (994 m), a Munro.
Sgùrr na h-Ulaidh is overlooked by most visitors to Glen Coe, hidden from the road behind the bulk of Bidean nam Bian. The route goes up Gleann-leac-na-muidhe, a quiet glen on the south side of Glen Coe.
From the farm at the head of the track, steep and largely pathless slopes lead to the summit.
Route
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1
Up the glen
Follow the track south up Gleann-leac-na-muidhe.
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2
The summit
Climb the steep slopes to the ridge and the summit. Return the same way.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sgùrr na h-Ulaidh from Glen Coe take?
- Most walkers take 4.5–6 hours for the 11.3 km route, which has 970 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 Foot of Gleann-leac-na-muidhe, A82 Glen Coe (grid reference NN 119 569). Roadside parking near the start of the glen track; don't block gates.
- 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. Track, then rough, steep and often pathless ground.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Sgurr na h-Ulaidh (994 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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