Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height1,036 m3,399 ft
Grid RefNH 035 143
OS Map414OS Explorer
RegionKintail & Glen Affric
Sgurr a' Bhealaich Dheirg, 'peak of the red gap', is the highest of the Brothers of Kintail on the north side of Glen Shiel. Its true summit isn't on the main plateau: it's about 80 metres out along a narrow north-east ridge, where a large cairn sits on rock. A dry stone wall leads you there, and the last bit is an easy scramble.
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Large cairn on rock
Rock & Ground
Steep grassy southern slopes, with craggy corries and ridges falling north into Kintail Forest.
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Our Route
Distance11.7 mi18.8 km
Ascent1,170 m3,840 ft
Time6h 40mwalking
Start & FinishA car park near River CluanieNH 0438 1148 · circular route
DirectionsAlso on this route: Aonach Meadhoin, Saileag
Safety: Routes are a guide only. Carry a map and compass and know how to use them, check the weather before you go, and turn back if in doubt. You use this route at your own risk.
