Sgurr Sgeithe

About Sgurr Sgeithe

Tucked deep within the rugged Monar forest, this rocky peak forms a significant point on the western ridge of the Munro Lurg Mhòr. Reaching it requires a long trek from Glen Elchaig or Strathfarrar, rewarding walkers with a starkly beautiful perspective over the remote waters of Loch Monar and the Applecross hills.

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• •The name is Gaelic in origin, where Sgùrr Sgeithe translates to 'Peak of the Wing', likely referencing its appearance as a prominent ridge extending like a limb from the parent mountain, Lurg Mhòr.
• •It is situated on a high, narrow plateau that acts as a bridge between two of Scotland's most remote Munros, Lurg Mhòr and Bidein a' Choire Sheasgaich, providing a grandstand view of the latter’s distinctive 'Cheesebox' profile.
• •Due to its significant distance from the nearest public roads at Attadale or Strathfarrar, visitors often rely on mountain bikes or an overnight stay at the remote Maol-bhuidhe bothy to reach this summit.
• •From the top, the view west is exceptional, stretching across the sea to the jagged silhouette of the Black Cuillin on Skye and the sprawling Applecross peninsula.
• •While its name suggests a quick flight, the approach usually involves a long, character-building slog through some of the wettest and most isolated terrain in the region.