
Sgurr nan Ceannaichean
Rugged Corbett overlooking Glen Carron
Previously standing in the list of Munros, Sgurr nan Ceannaichean was demoted to Corbett status in 2011 after re-measurement. Though lower in height than its neighbouring broad crested Munro Moruisg, Sgurr nan Ceannaichean is the more interesting of the two.Sgurr nan Ceannaichean
Height | 913.43m |
Prominence | 185m |
Meaning | peak of the shopkeepers |
Lists | Corbetts, 3 |
Location | Attadale and Monar, Glen Carron to Glen Strathfarrar |
Grid Ref | NH087480 |
Lat/Lon | 57.4823, -5.19232 |
For many years, Sgurr nan Ceannaichean stood in the list of Munros with a recorded height of 915m. In 2011 Sgurr nan Ceannaichean was re-measured and found to have a height of just under 914m, therefore moved into the Corbett list.
Regardless of list status, Sgurr nan Ceannaichean is a fine hill and much more interesting than Moruisg, its broad crested Munro neighbour to which it is connected to via a long grass-covered crest.
There are various ways to gain Sgurr nan Ceannaichean's summit, for instance directly from Craig to the west via some steep clambering, or from Pollan Buidhe up a fine stalkers path.
The most popular approach up Sgurr nan Ceannaichean is to combine it on a circular route with nearby Moruisg starting from the roadside near Loch Sgamhain.
Routes up Sgurr nan Ceannaichean
Moruisg and Sgurr nan Ceannaichean | |
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A fine, easy hike on a circular route following faint paths and taking in the Munro Moruisg and Corbett (and previously a Munro) Sgurr nan Ceannaichean. Peaks : 1 Munro, 1 Corbett
Ascent : 1070m (3510ft) Distance : 12km (7m) Time : 4:45hr |
Monar's Big 9 | |
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A superb route in a remote area around the western head of Loch Monar, bagging grand and rugged peaks. Ideal for hardy hill-runners or hikers who are used to backpacking, the route can also be split into four easier outings. Peaks : 6 Munros, 3 Corbetts
Ascent : 4075m (13370ft) Distance : 43km (27m) Time : 15:40hr |
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