Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height992 m3,255 ft
Grid RefNG 450 207
OS Map411OS Explorer
RegionSkye & Mull
Sgurr Alasdair is the highest peak of Skye's Black Cuillin and the highest summit on any Scottish island. It takes its name from Alexander Nicolson, who was the first person known to climb it, in 1873; locally it had been known as Sgurr Biorach. The top is a narrow perch of bare rock, and even the easiest way up, by the scree of the Great Stone Chute from Coire Lagan, finishes with a scramble up the east ridge.
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Rock
Rock & Ground
Rough gabbro with excellent grip, steep scree gullies and narrow scrambling ridges.
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Our Route
Distance5.8 mi9.3 km
Ascent970 m3,180 ft
Time3h 55mwalking
Start & FinishA car park near GlenbrittleNG 4089 2064 · circular route
DirectionsAlso on this route: Sgurr Mhic Choinnich
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.
