Bruach na Frithe

Height	958.8m
Prominence	126m
Meaning	slope of the deer forest
Lists	Munros, 200
Location	Black Cuillin of Skye, Inner Hebrides
Grid Ref	NG460252
Lat/Lon	57.24692, -6.21151

Bruach na Frithe is considered the easiest Munro on Skye and offers a straightforward ascent from the Fairy Pools in Glenbrittle or from Sligachan. Its summit marks a distinct change in direction for the Black Cuillin ridge, shifting from north-south to west-east.

Bruach na Frithe's summit provides one of the finest viewpoints in the Cuillin, with a spectacular panorama down the southern Black Cuillin. Notably, it has the only trig point in the entire range. On clear days, the views are breathtaking, making it a rewarding climb without the technical difficulties of other Cuillin peaks.

Routes up Bruach na Frithe

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Northern Black Cuillin
	The peaks of Sgurr nan Gillean, Am Basteir and Bruach na Frithe form a chain at the northern end of the Black Cuillin. When viewed Sligachan they are an impressive sight, though Bruach na Frithe is hidden from view behind the subsidary peak of Sgurr a' Bhasteir. Peaks : 3 Munros Ascent : 1550m (5090ft) Distance : 15km (9m) Time : 6:45hr

Nearby hills and mountains

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