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Druim nan Sac routes: 4 ways to the top
Standard RouteHiking · 12km · from Loch ArkaigModerate
The standard route begins at Loch Arkaig and follows a well-trodden path, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape, suitable for experienced hikers.
South ApproachHiking · 14km · from Glen PeanHard
This route approaches from the south via Glen Pean, offering a longer and more remote experience, ideal for those seeking solitude.
North RidgeScrambling · 10km · from Loch ArkaigGrade 1 Scramble
The North Ridge offers a more challenging ascent with some scrambling sections, providing a thrilling experience for those with scrambling skills.
East Face ClimbClimbing · 8km · from Loch ArkaigGrade 3 Climb
The East Face Climb is a technical route requiring climbing equipment and expertise, it is recommended only for experienced climbers.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Druim nan Sac today?
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Druim nan Sac each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 644m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Druim nan Sac each night this week, from cloud cover, moonlight and local light pollution.
Snow · 7 days
Snowfall and lying snow at the summit over the next 7 days.
Sun today
Sunrise 07:18, sunset 16:42
9h 24m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:15 and starts 15:44. From the summit you see the sun 07:12 to 16:47.
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About Druim nan Sac
Druim nan Sac is 644 m (2,114 ft) high with 55 m of prominence. It is in Cairngorms, Scotland. It is the 463rd highest of the 525 summits Peakify lists in Cairngorms. The nearest summits are Druim nan Sac West Top (1.2 km), Meall Chuaich (2.2 km) and Creag Ruadh (2.3 km).
How high is Druim nan Sac?
Druim nan Sac is 644 metres high with 55 metres of prominence.
Where is Druim nan Sac?
Druim nan Sac is listed in Cairngorms, Scotland.
Are there routes for Druim nan Sac?
Peakify lists 4 routes for Druim nan Sac, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is Standard Route (12km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Druim nan Sac today?
Peakify rates each day on the summit Good, Marginal or Poor from the forecast summit wind, gusts, chance of rain and wind chill. Wind of 40 mph or gusts of 65 mph make it Poor; wind of 25 mph, gusts of 45 mph, a 60% chance of rain or a feels-like temperature of -8°C or below make it Marginal. Today's and tomorrow's ratings are at the top of this page. The rating covers the weather only: also check your route, daylight, kit and experience, and in winter whether you need an ice axe and crampons.
What weather information is shown for Druim nan Sac?
The page includes cached mountain forecast context, snow outlook, dark-sky signals, cloud-inversion information, sunrise, sunset, and summit planning details where available.
Peakify is run by Sam Tyler, who has climbed Yr Wyddfa 22 times. The forecast refreshes every hour; how our forecast works.
