Scotland
Creag an Sgor
641M
2102FT
About Creag an Sgor
Rising to 640 metres on the Isle of Skye near Belnacraig, this Tump offers a grounded, off-the-beaten-path walking experience. The terrain is characterized by rugged Highland moorland, leading to a summit that provides a quiet vantage point for those looking to experience the island’s scale away from the main tourist hubs.
Key Statistics
Rank
30th Highest in Region
Parent Range
The Isle of Skye
Prominence
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83m
Nearest Town
Belnacraig
Geology
The Craigievar Formation beneath you consists of ancient sand and mud that were transformed by intense heat and partially melted into tough rock.
Classifications
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OS Grid Reference
NJ373196
Latitude
57.2631°N
Longitude
3.0397°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is Gaelic in origin, with 'Creag' meaning crag or rock and 'Sgòr' referring to a sharp rock or peak. This suggests the summit is defined by a distinctive, jagged rocky feature or a steep, broken face that stands out from the surrounding moorland.
- •At over 2,100 feet, this hill is classified as a Tump—a summit with at least 30 metres of prominence. While Skye is world-famous for the jagged volcanic ridges of the Cuillin, hills like Creag an Sgor offer the steady vertical gain of a proper Highland ascent without the need for technical scrambling.
- •It is the kind of summit where you are far more likely to encounter a passing golden eagle than another human being, making it a prize for walkers who value silence and navigation skills over following a popular mountain path.