Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height993 m3,258 ft
Grid RefNH 289 426
OS Map430OS Explorer
RegionStrathfarrar & Monar
Sgurr na Ruaidhe is the most easterly of the four Strathfarrar Munros, a rounded, grassy hill with ridges running out from the top in several directions and a large cairn at the summit. The name means 'peak of redness'. There's a lot of spongy moss underfoot, and the payoff for the long walk in is the view east over the Beauly and Cromarty Firths.
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Large cairn
Rock & Ground
Rounded grassy dome with spongy moss underfoot and ridges spreading out from the summit.
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Distance15.6 mi25.2 km
Ascent1,380 m4,530 ft
Time8h 35mwalking
Start & FinishA car parkNH 2239 3919 · circular route
DirectionsAlso on this route: Sgurr a' Choire Ghlais, Sgurr Fhuar-thuill, Carn nan Gobhar (Glen Strathfarrar)
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.
