Sgùrr a' Choire-bheithe
Sgùrr a’ Choire-bheithe is a remote Knoydart Corbett above Loch Cuaich, the summit on its long grassy crest falling just a metre short of Munro status.
Sgùrr a' Choire-bheithe
| Height | 913m |
| Prominence | 390m |
| Meaning | peak of the birch coire |
| Lists | Corbetts (C4) |
| Location | Glen Barrisdale, Knoydart and the Rough Bounds |
| Grid Ref | NG895015 |
| Lat/Lon | 57.05721, -5.4713 |
Sgùrr a’ Choire-bheithe is a remote Corbett in the Rough Bounds of Knoydart, its long grassy crest rising above the head of Loch Cuaich. Falling just a metre short of Munro status, it offers fine views across Knoydart’s rugged peaks and lochs.
Most ascents start from Barrisdale Bay, with the easiest line up the north-western shoulder. The northern spur is another fine approach, perhaps linked with Slat Bheinn, while stronger walkers may extend the day to Luinne Bheinn, though Sgùrr a’ Choire-bheithe’s steep southern slopes make the link demanding. A more challenging line follows Druim Chòsaidh from the east, with some exposed scrambling near the summit.
Routes up Sgùrr a' Choire-bheithe
Knoydart's Munros from Barisdale | |
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A beautiful hike along Loch Hourn leads to Barisdale Bay from where Knoydart's Munros can be bagged. Other nearby Corbetts and Grahams can be detoured to. Peaks : 3 Munros, option of 2 Corbetts and 1 Fiona
Ascent : 2895m (9500ft) Distance : 45km (28m) Time : 16hr | |
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