Scotland
Sgurr Beag
764M
2507FT
About Sgurr Beag
Sitting on the lower northwestern spur of the Sgùrr nan Gillean ridge, this rocky shoulder offers a dramatic introduction to the Black Cuillin. Its steep, gabbro-strewn slopes rise directly above Sligachan, providing a rugged vantage point over Glen Sligachan and the neighbouring Red Hills of Glamaig and Marsco.
Key Statistics
Rank
43rd Highest in Region
Parent Range
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Prominence
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32m
Nearest Town
Sligachan
Geology
You are walking on tough, crystalline rock formed from magma that cooled deep inside an ancient volcanic centre.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NG476246
Latitude
57.2423°N
Longitude
6.1840°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is derived from the Scottish Gaelic Sgùrr Beag, which translates simply as 'Little Peak'—a modest title for a summit that stands at over 2,500 feet.
- •The hill is a prominent feature on the standard ascent to Sgùrr nan Gillean; many walkers treat it as a halfway marker or a scenic breather before tackling the more technical scrambling higher up the ridge.
- •The terrain is characterized by dark, abrasive gabbro rock, a volcanic remnant that provides excellent friction for boots but is notorious for shredding skin and clothing during a slip.
- •From the summit area, you get a unique profile view of the three Pinnacles on Sgùrr nan Gillean, alongside a clear perspective of the deep trough of Glen Sligachan leading towards the sea at Loch Sligachan.
- •Calling this a 'small peak' is a classic piece of Highland understatement, as the climb from the glen floor involves a continuous and punishing ascent of nearly 750 vertical metres.