Sgùrr Breac
Along with its neighbour A' Chailleach, Sgùrr Breac sits at the western end of the Fannich range of mountains in the North-West Highlands.
Sgùrr Breac
| Height | 1000m |
| Prominence | 451m |
| Meaning | speckled peak |
| Lists | Munros (M138) |
| Location | The Fannichs, The Fannichs to Loch Maree |
| Grid Ref | NH136714 |
| Lat/Lon | 57.69201, -5.09212 |
Viewed from the north, Sgùrr Breac is a rugged Munro, its summit crest stretching above Coire Breac and Loch a' Bhraoin. This fine Munro and neighbouring A' Chailleach sit at the western end of the Fannichs, slightly detached from the rest of the range.
The most accessible and easiest route up Sgùrr Breac begins from the roadside a few miles west of Braemore Junction. This route passes lovely Loch a' Bhraoin, involves a little rock-scrambling up Leitir Fhearna and also includes nearby A' Chailleach.
With a bealach at around 550m separating Sgùrr Breac and A' Chailleach from the other Fannich Munros, the route can be easily be extended eastwards, though this may end at the roadside several miles away from the start point.
A completely diffent and more gentle side to Sgùrr Breac's character can be discovered by approaching from the private road travelling along Loch Fannich to the south. A bike is recommended for much of the route in.
Routes up Sgùrr Breac
Western Fannichs | |
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Hillwalking route on the western Fannichs, tracing ridges above corries to 5 Munros including Sgurr nan Clach Geala, the highest and most distinctive. Peaks : 5 Munros
Ascent : 1840m (6040ft) Distance : 23km (14m) Time : 8:50hr* | |
Fannichs Big 9 | |
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An epic day beginning with a cycle to Loch Fannich, continues with a route taking in all 9 Munros in the Fannichs mountain range. Peaks : 9 Munros
Ascent : 3050m (10010ft) Distance : 61km (38m) Time : 15:30hr* | |
Nearby hills and mountains
* Times shown are estimates – see timing notes on the disclaimer page for more information.