Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh

Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh rises to 918 meters with four distinct summits along the Cuillin Ridge, presenting steep rock faces and narrow ridges for mountaineers.

The mountain received its classification as a Munro in the early 20th century, marking it among Scotland's peaks exceeding 3,000 feet in height.

Local mountaineering clubs regularly organize guided climbs to this peak, maintaining traditional Scottish climbing routes and techniques through generations.

Climbers require technical equipment and advanced navigation skills to reach the summit, with the standard route approaching through An Dorus pass.

The mountain's northern face contains four separate climbing routes that intersect at different elevations, creating a complex network of potential ascent paths.

Location: Highland

Elevation above the sea: 918 m

GPS coordinates: 57.23087,-6.23185

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:58