Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh · Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh
Sgùrr a Mhadaidh and Sgùrr a Ghreadaidh
Scramble · Grade 3Grade details
Grades describe the named technical sections, not every metre of the route.
South West Ridge via An Dorus: Grade 2 to 3, depending on line
The precise climbing line has not been verified. Grade reference
North-northeast Ridge via An Dorus: Grade 3 Grade reference
Route overview
This short but highly dramatic outing from Glen Brittle climbs into the heart of the Cuillin ridge to bag two rugged Munros. Reaching the high notch of An Dorus opens up access to Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh and Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh. Both peaks demand hands-on scrambling on steep, rough rock, offering spectacular, airy views over the serrated ridge and the Atlantic.
Terrain and underfoot
The approach begins on a well-constructed path before transitioning to eroded, rough trails and a stream crossing near a waterslide. The final ascent to the An Dorus gap is on exceptionally steep, loose scree and slabby rock. Beyond the notch, the route requires sustained, serious scrambling on steep rock, particularly the stiff climb onto Sgùrr a' Ghreadaidh. Excellent route-finding skills are essential on these complex, exposed crests.
- Distance
- 9.5 km
- Ascent
- 996 m
- Typical time
- 4 - 4.5 hoursStandard moving time
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Getting there and parking
Driving and parking
Glen Brittle hostel bridge verges
The routes start beside the bridge at Glenbrittle Youth Hostel. Follow roadside parking signs and keep the bridge and road clear.
Informal gravel roadside margins near the bridge. Keep the bridge, road and hostel access clear.
- Before you go
- The hostel’s limited parking is a guest facility, not public hillwalking overflow.