Sgùrr Dubh Mòr
A narrow, exposed Cuillin Munro often climbed with Sgùrr nan Eag via Coir’ a’ Ghrunnda. Demanding scrambling and superb summit panoramas.
Sgùrr Dubh Mòr
| Height | 944m |
| Prominence | 89m |
| Meaning | big black peak |
| Lists | Munros (M227) |
| Location | Black Cuillin of Skye, Inner Hebrides |
| Grid Ref | NG457205 |
| Lat/Lon | 57.20506, -6.21255 |
| Munro tops | Sgùrr Dubh an Da Bheinn (939m) |
Sgùrr Dubh Mòr sits just off the main Cuillin Ridge and although not the highest peak in the range, it stands out for its narrow, exposed summit and dramatic setting.
Most walkers reach it via Sgurr an Dà Bheinn after hiking through scenic Coir' a' Ghrunnda from Glenbrittle, often combining it with a scramble to nearby Sgùrr nan Eag. The final approach to Sgùrr Dubh Mòr's summit requires a serious Grade 2 scramble up ledges - or Grade 3 if taken directly - demanding good route-finding and a head for heights.
Routes up Sgùrr Dubh Mòr
Sgùrr nan Eag and Sgùrr Dubh Mòr | |
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The southern Black Cuillin from Glen Brittle, heading up Sgùrr Dubh Mòr and ending with scrambling to reach the airy summit of Sgùrr Dubh Mòr. Peaks : 2 Munros
Ascent : 1380m (4530ft) Distance : 14km (9m) Time : 5:50hr* | |
Southern Cuillin Ridge Munros Traverse | |
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Traverse and scramble the Cuillin Ridge from Sgùrr nan Eag to Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh, including the In Pinn, Sgùrr Alasdair and Sgùrr Mhic Choinnich. Peaks : 8 Munros
Ascent : 2440m (8010ft) Distance : 18km (11m) Time : 9hr* | |
Nearby hills and mountains
* Times shown are estimates – see timing notes on the disclaimer page for more information.
