Sgùrr a' Bhealaich Dheirg

Sgùrr a' Bhealaich Dheirg is a mountain summit in the northwest Highlands reaching 1,036 meters (3,400 feet) with steep slopes descending toward Glen Shiel. Its ridges and grassy flanks form part of the wider mountain system connecting to nearby peaks in the region.

The peak is part of the Brothers of Kintail mountain group and has long served as a landmark within the Glen Shiel valley system. The region's terrain has shaped travel routes and settlement patterns throughout the Highlands for centuries.

The Gaelic name reflects a distinctive red-colored rock formation visible in the landscape that gave the mountain its character. Local communities have long recognized this peak as a key landmark in the dramatic mountain terrain of the region.

Climbers typically start their routes from parking areas near Cluanie Inn or Glen Shiel, following established ridge paths on the eastern or western sides. The terrain consists of grassy slopes and rocky sections that require steady footwork and appropriate hill-walking experience.

The mountain serves as part of Scotland's main watershed system, dividing water flow between east-facing and west-facing river valleys that reach different coasts. This function places it at a geographic crossroads in the region's natural water systems.

Location: Highland

Elevation above the sea: 1,036 m

Part of: Northwest Highlands

GPS coordinates: 57.17777,-5.25217

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:28