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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
	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
	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