Further on, the route comes to a steep climb - you may be tempted by routes to the left and (less obvious) to the right. Return by the "tourist route", or continue along the West Ridge to Choire Bhasteir. The official grade is UK Moderate, with hands on scrambling required. . Sgurr nan Gillean is one of the most northerly peaks on the Black Cuillin Ridge, and one of the finest with its sharply pointed summit. Follow a path up the screes to Bealach a'Bhasteir. It looks a long way to the top of Sgurr Nan Gillean from here. Sgùrr nan Gillean is a mountain in the northern section of the Cuillin range on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Bruach na Frithe is reckoned to be the easiest Munro peak on Skye when approached from the 'Fairy Pools' in Glenbrittle via a straightforward route. The University cares about accurately recording and cataloguing our collections data, and we welcome input from you to make the quality of our records even better. Conditions on the route were as expected; wet and slippery in places, but the team did well and we summited in good time. This route was created by Sam Wainwright and donated to the UK Scrambles website through our contributor program. From the car-park, cross the road and get onto a path. The summit forms a perfect pyramid on the skyline to the left of the equally characteristic Basteir Tooth. From here follow the path back to the pub. Climb scree up and left to the Bealeach at the eastern end of Am Bhasteir (Bealeach a Bhastier). 5 August 1999(West Ridge) Sgurr nan Gillean is at the north end of the Cuillin ridge and is usually seen across the moor from Sligachan Hotel. Am Basteir's airy summit is just a short walk up some solid rock and stones. The Basteir Tooth can be bagged from here - head down a few metres into Lotta Coire to near the bottom of the screes, then look for a narrow ledge sloping up to the Tooth's summit. In … This is a great mountain day, taking in some short pitches of climbing, a brilliant exposed knife edge and an abseil. They went for the classic traverse of Sgurr nan Gillean, going up the West Ridge and down the Tourist Route. This website contains route information submitted by real people like you, accounting the facts and personal tales of their experiences. ... Could you please detach it from the Cuillin page, I created the mountain page for Sgurr nan Gillean and it's now no point to keep it attached to both :) Thanks ! However, it is easier and quicker to return along Am Basteir's east ridge to Bealach a'Bhasteir, then drop on scree towards Choire a'Bhasteir and turn west to climb up an obvious path up more scree around the base of Am Basteir's north face to reach the top of Bealach na Lice. We followed the ledge that skirts Sgurr nan Gillean joining the West ridge above its chimneys. Once onto this ledge, cross onto the south side of the crest and climb through a hole in the rock. Sgurr nan Gillean's Pinnacle Ridge dramatically comes into view. Once in the coire, follow the path down, picking up a burn to a grassy area at around c600m. Look slightly right and you'll see how to continue to the ledge below. Overview; Photos 10; Tooth Chimney; West Ridge (Winter) No description has been contributed for this climb. Donald Bennett, in the introduction of the well-known SMC book "The Munros", makes an allusion to it as the most beautiful Munro. It is the Munro closest to Sligachan, and its impressive triangular profile is visible behind the Sligachan hotel, making it perhaps the most recognised peak in the Cuillin range. West Coast Mountain Guides: Sgurr Nan Gillean via Pinnacle ridge and Black Knight - See 419 traveler reviews, 340 candid photos, and great deals for Fort William, UK, at Tripadvisor. These cookies do not store any personal information. Climb the chimney over a few chockstones to a ledge situated amongst some pinnacles (exposed). Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Saved by Hendo Talks. Both are feasable, but if conditions are dry and windless, I find it simplier and more enjoyable to keep to the crest. Sgùrr nan Gillean is a mountain in the northern section of the Cuillin range on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. This marks the crux of the ‘Tourist Route’ which in its own right is Grade 3… The easiest descent is down a right trending ramp line following good, positive holds. Follow the ridge eastwards over a few small rock towers before the main wall of the west ridge thrusts up in front. Descending the south east ridge was a … An abseil and airy, tricky scrambling are required to continue directly down to the Basteir Tooth and beyond. It is the Munro closest to Sligachan, and its impressive triangular profile is visible behind the Sligachan hotel, making it perhaps the most recognised peak in the Cuillin range. With a height of 966.1 metres (3,169 feet 7 inches), it is one of eleven Munros in the Cuillin ridge. Highly detailed line work printed on A3 Fabriano 200gsm art paper. West Ridge (Summer) M . No votes so far! Start climbing again and get back onto the crest. Grass gives way to scree, steepening as progress is made. before the final scramble to Sgurr Nan Gillean. The easiest way to negotiate this section is a large chimney which is about 50m left (north) of the crest and has a convenient traversing ledge running along to its base. With a height of 966.1 metres (3,169 feet 7 inches), it is one of eleven Munros in the Cuillin ridge. Sgùrr nan Gillean is a mountain in the northern section of the Cuillin range on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Scrambling is the blurred middle line between hiking and climbing, considered by many to be far more enjoyable than either of them. “I live for everything outdoors and to me a bad day in the hills still beats a good day in the office.”. — peter43 • Aug 5, 1982 From Sligachan, follow the route over the Allt Dearg Beag to the highest point before the drop to Coire Riabhach. After another 2km, another narrow bridge is met, use this to cross the Allt Dearg Beag, then head up the recently repaired path towards Coire Riabhach. Stunning views of the southern Cuillin abruptly open up, but concentrate on your feet ! Bruach na Frithe is the only peak on the main Cuillin ridge to have a trig point, from where views are stunning. It forms the remains of a … 5 August 1999(West Ridge) Sgurr nan Gillean is at the north end of the Cuillin ridge and is usually seen across the moor from Sligachan Hotel. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Eventually the path fades and a light scramble into the upper Coires ensues, providing great climbing on superbly rough Gabro. With the sun shining we started the walk into Pinnacle ridge, the hardest graded ridge on Sgurr nan Gillean, the most northerly munro on the Cuillin ridge. Travel Destinations. As it starts to level off, there is a forestry track heading off right, where parking is available by its entrance. Oct 22, 2017 - Sgurr nan Gillean, line illustration showing the South East Ridge. Head north-east off the path, climbing slightly to Meall Odhar, a minor flat top to the north of Sgurr a'Bhasteir. Sam regularly publishes route blogs on his website Wainright Climbing here. As you drive towards Glenbrittle from Carbost, the road starts to drop down a steep, twisty descent. Follow the crest through ‘the window’ (hero photo opportunity!) Eric. Follow this path for nearly 3km to its highest point just before a lochan, then turn south-south-east uphill. The path crosses the Allt Dearg Mor via a narrow wooden bridge, then heads up towards the Bhasteir Gorge. There is no feedback for this climb. Hide Search . Skye Scotland. The summit is perhaps one of the finest on Skye (and therefore the UK) and is well worth a … It's not as bad as it looks - just descend facing the rock, feeling for the holds and drop directly to safe ground. Cuillin ridge from Sgurr nan Gillean, Skye. Inspire others to try a new scrambling route, become a contributor. The thing I particularly enjoy about Pinnacle Ridge is the huge […] South east ridge of Sgurr nan Gillean. The Cuillin are composed of gabbro rock which gives wonderful grip even when wet, but these mountains have narrow ridges and pointed summits which require scrambling or even rock-climbing to reach the summit. Scrambling becomes more sustained to reach the third pinnacle, from where an abseil through a hole in the rock is required to attain a small gully below. Help make our records better. UK Scrambles is dedicated to introducing people to the activity of scrambling. Follow a crack leftwards from here over a small wall before regaining the ridge crest. Start climbing again and get back onto the crest. Turn left and the route down becomes clear and straightforward for a fair bit of descent. If you have a route you could contribute, submit it to us today. materials: Silver gelatine print. The climbers-only Pinnacle Ridge, the terrifying scramble of the West Ridge, and the deceptively named 'Tourist Route'. Collection Hamish Brown Mountaineering and Scottish Photography Collection Parent record H M Brown Collection - Slides of Scotland (first series). After another 2km, another narrow bridge is met - don't cross the bridge, but instead keep on the path heading south-west on the west bank of the burn. The rocky slopes of Sgurr nan Gillean were now lit up in stunning shades of yellow as the sun cast its final glow on it, a fitting end to a fantastic day. The summit is perhaps one of the finest on Skye (and therefore the UK) and is well worth a picnic and a wee dram! 3 – (NG 46844 25223) This is where the fun begins. By accessing any page on ukscrambles.com you agree that you have read, understand, and will fully comply with the following pages: Terms | Disclaimer | Privacy Policy | Affiliate Disclosure. 1 – (NG 48542 29803) Follow a path that follows the river opposite the hotel out over the moor to a bridge. This is a great mountain day, taking in some short pitches of climbing, a brilliant exposed knife edge and an abseil. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. From the Sligachan Hotel, head out along the footpath to CoireRaibhach then cross some tough, rocky terrain to attain the South EastRidge. These preferences will be saved and used for any crag page you visit, and can be changed at any point by clicking the button again. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. 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The weather forecast for today was excellent, the weather first this morning wasn't, but fortunately, the early morning showers soon cleared, giving a largely dry and clear day. On this road, just behind the hotel there is a long layby with ample parking for several cars. Matt was out with Rich, Tom and James today. The route starts from the Sligachan Hotel Pub (maps link) on the A863 between Broadford and Portree. A magnificent … The route to the ridge can be difficult to follow in mist. Help-Crag Map. Scrambling skills required. The route leads from the summit down to a bealach separating Sgùrr nan Gillean from Am Basteir. The coire is a dark moody place with a lonely lochan. A guided climb and descent of the West Ridge of Sgurr nan Gillean on the Skye Cuillin Ridge. Sgurr a'Fionn Choire is a fine viewpoint and is worth a detour - just head more or less directly for it, some easy scrambling on the way. It forms the remains of a … The summit forms a perfect pyramid on the skyline to the left of the equally characteristic Basteir Tooth. The ground steepens and occasional easy scrambling is needed to progress over the first two pinnacles. We followed the ledge that skirts Sgurr nan Gillean joining the West ridge above its chimneys. Skye's Black Cuillin Ridge - North Sgurr nan Gillean is the finest peak on Skye, Bruache na Frithe is the easiest, Am Bhasteir lies between them. Skye: Sligachan Cuillin - Sgurr nan Gillean - Bruach na Frithe. Looking west from Sgurr nan Gillean's summit, the route down in not particularly obvious. Follow the crest through ‘the window’ (hero photo opportunity!) With dry rock and very grippy gabbro we made good progress over the 1st 2 pinnacles climbing up some good short pitches. When below a small butress, the path splits - keep left, then continue, with occasional scrambling, onto the south-east ridge, otherwise known as the "tourist route". Matt was out with Rich, Tom and James today. The best guidebook for this route is found in the SMC Skye Scrambles Book, which is available via Amazon on Paperback here. The approach could be the longest part of the day depending onhow good a scrambler you are/how busy the summit is. I'm planning a descent of Sgurr nan Gillean's West Ridge (after ascent of Tourist Route). Another alternative route of ascent or descent is the West Ridge. The West Ridge with the 'Gendarme' and Basteir, Sgurr nan Gillean, Skye accession number: PGP 314.14 artists: Ashley Perry Abraham English George Dixon Abraham English. Abseil down to the bottom of this gash onto a ledge below, then head south-west along the ledge to gain the scree covered top of Bealach a'Bhasteir. Continue up a less well defined path up boulders and scree to come out of the coire, then start veering right. Name: Sgurr nan Gillean: Hill number: 1246: Height: 966.1m / 3170ft: RHB Section: 17B: Minginish and the Cuillin Hills: County/UA: Highland (UA) Island: Skye Sgurr nan Gillean is perhaps the most famous of the Cuillin peaks - a popular route with a difficult scramble to the summit and fantastic views at all times. In … Up onto an airy platform of red rock, the small summit is reached by a bit more scrambling and bridging of a small awkward gap. With the sun shining we started the walk into Pinnacle ridge, the hardest graded ridge on Sgurr nan Gillean, the most northerly munro on the Cuillin ridge. From the car-park at Sligachan, cross the road and get onto a path. Head back to the gap between Sgurr a'Fionn Choire and Bruach na Frithe, then drop into Fionn Choire using the worn path through the sections of scree. Further on, some easy scrambling is encountered as you keep to the ridge and eventually reach the trig point. On a clear day, the views from all peaks are breathtaking. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Simon, Catherine and I had an excellent day on Pinnacle Ridge on Sgurr nan Gillean today. The top is the size of a table, sit down and you can see no part of the supporting mountain: like floating on a magic carpet! For the visitor, perhaps the most photogenic, its fairy-like striking shape, from the road, is a common postcard. This is the crux of the ridge and most people will opt to rope up! A guided day with Kirkhope Mountaineering descending the west ridge of Sgurr nan Gillean on the Black Cuillin, Skye. With a height of 966.1m, it is one of eleven Munros in the Cuillin ridge. Nov 19, 2012 - Cuillin ridge from Sgurr nan Gillean, Skye. You'll be faced with a short awkward drop, aptly named the "Bad Step". There will be a small extra charge and details such as date ascended, companions, route, variations The ridge becomes ever steeper and narrower, until just before the summit gullies on either side almost meet and you step across this hiatus with 'blinkers on' (or crawl if the wind is strong!). More technical scrambling is required to descend off Knight's Peak to reach a gap and then contour right around Sgurr nan Gillean's north face, from where a steep walk attains the West Ridge and Sgurr nan Gillean's summit. The path crosses the Allt Dearg Mor via a narrow wooden bridge, then heads up towards the Bhasteir Gorge. Sgurr nan Gillean. (Coming soon) We then followed the remainder of the West ridge … When the easier terrain has been passed, keep slightly to the left of the crest on a worn path. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. You can get hotel accommodation at the Sligachan Hotel on Booking.com here. You can camp at the Sligachan Camping site here. Some authors remark on scrambling difficulties on the tourist route where it ascends the final few yards of the SE ridge of Sgurr nan Gillean. The views are amazing in all directions. Logged Ascents. On the opposite side of the road, a Right-of-way sign marks the way to Sligachan via a fine footpath. The route is obvious at first, more or less sticking to the centre of the crest. A few drops of rain on Bruach na Frithe with more rain on the way down from Sgurr nan Gillean with thunder." Be the first to rate this post. I'm planning on doing Sgurr nan gillean by the so called tourist route.i have tried this hill before by the west ridge from am bastier but struggled to get up nicholsons chimney.just how hard is the tourist route and how does it compare to other ridges.i have done the Aonach eagach.curved ridge. Sgurr nan Gillean sits at the termination of the jagged Black Cuillin ridge, facing across to the worn, rounded Red Cuillin. If there is no room, then there is no objection to parking in the hotel car-park. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. gallery: Scottish National Portrait Gallery object type: Photograph. Once you are on the ridge it's a constant scframble to the top withtwo real "difficulties": some steep slabs in the middle ofthe ridge requiring care and balance to ascend and some very stee… There are three routes to the top, all difficult. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. before the final scramble to Sgurr Nan Gillean. Sgurr nan Gillean sits at the termination of the jagged Black Cuillin ridge, facing across to the worn, rounded Red Cuillin. Travel. A few drops of rain on Bruach na Frithe with more rain on the way down from Sgurr nan Gillean with thunder." About two-thirds of the way down, there is a particularly narrow and exposed section. drmarten 24 Aug 2013. Isle Of Skye. — peter43 • Aug 5, 1982 It is the Munro closest to Sligachan, and its impressive triangular profile is visible behind the Sligachan hotel, making it perhaps the most recognised peak in the Cuillin range. This generosity enables us to publish a whole range of scrambling routes to help you enjoy the outdoors. Rope will be required for abseiling down the West Ridge of Sgurr nan Gillean. Explore. Return by the same route, or head down into Fionn Choire and follow a path down the coire to meet up with the path back to Glenbrittle. Sgurr nan Gillean is commonly regarded as the finest of the Skye Cuillin. Nov 19, 2012 - Cuillin ridge from Sgurr nan Gillean, Skye. Follow a crack leftwards from here over a small wall before regaining the ridge crest. 4 – (NG 47156 25305) Follow the south east ridge downwards over blocky ledges to the top of a large wall. Feedback Always Hide βeta. Pick up some cairns and a faint path aiming south-west for Sgurr nan Gillean's summit. If you would like personal details annotating please message me. Do not block the access to the Mountain Rescue building. Sgurr nan Gillean. Progress along the ridge eventually becomes blocked - look right and you'll see a drop down a long chimney. The heathery ground is replaced by gravel and as Coire a'Bhasteir is approached, this becomes steep and rocky, though no difficulties are encountered to reach the coire. There are three routes to the top, all difficult. Head up along the crest towards Am Basteir's east ridge. Also, the start of the path across from the col with KP to the west ridge of Sgurr nan Gillean may not be so easy to find in cloud or in wet conditions, though it is easy to follow once found. Sgurr Nan Gillean via the SE Ridge May 8, 2018 / 0 Comments / in News , Scotland , Winter / by Ken Applegate Ken: Today saw Steve and I kick off our first Skye Munros Course that we run in conjunction with Steven Fallon Mountain Guiding. As you start facing south-west, the path climbs more steeply by a trickle of water, which can occasionally only be heard beneath the rocks. Called "Tooth Chimney", this 50m drop quite often has a sling or two in place at its top left by previous climbers. Terrain. To get to Bruach na Frithe from Bealach na Lice, follow the worn path around Fionn Choire to the gap between Sgurr a'Fionn Choire and Bruach na Frithe, then continue along Bruach na Frithe's east ridge with no difficulties. Isle of Skye, United Kingdom, Europe. The climbers-only Pinnacle Ridge, the terrifying scramble of the West Ridge, and the deceptively named 'Tourist Route'. Sgurr nan Gillean: On Sgurr nan Gillean above Knight’s Peak: On reaching the ledge we again took coils and moved together as far as the top of Sgurr nan Gillean. 2 – (NG 47491 27820) Rather than crossing the bridge, follow the path onwards and upwards along the side of the river into Coire a’ Bhastier. From this gully, clamber with care down slightly, then scramble up Knight's Peak (recently demoted from being a Munro top, after surveys put it under 3,000feet). If you have a route you could contribute. With a strong wind forecast i opted to gain Sgurr nan Gillean via the easier south ridge, lending for quicker progress and a bit of shelter, with a descent down the west ridge, which was windy. Want a website thank ranks in Google Search. Sgurr nan Gillean. Sam regularly publishes route blogs on his website, This route was created by Sam Wainwright and donated to the. Another alternative route of ascent or descent is the West Ridge. Isle of Skye, Inverness-shire, Scotland. Down the tourist route to Sligachan. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. The West ridge of Sgurr nan Gillean, Skye. The best map for this route is the Ordnance Survey Landranger 32 South Skye & Cuillin Hills Map, available on Amazon here. Walk down the ridge for 500m before turning left (north) into Coire Riabhach. Hear pronunciation Press to hear pronunciation. 185 users have logged this. Head up along the crest towards Am Basteir's east ridge. This day was part of a Skye Cuillin Munro Course with Kirkhope Mountaineering. Learn more about working with UK Scrambles here. We then followed the remainder of the West ridge … With dry rock and very grippy gabbro we made good progress over the 1st 2 pinnacles climbing up some good short pitches. Europe Destinations. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. Sgurr nan Gillean: On Sgurr nan Gillean above Knight’s Peak: On reaching the ledge we again took coils and moved together as far as the top of Sgurr nan Gillean. 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