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Sgurr a' Chuilinn routes: 4 ways to the top
Standard RouteHiking · 8km · 700 m ascent · ~2h 45m · from Glen ShielModerate
The standard route ascends from Glen Shiel, following a path that leads to the ridge and offers stunning views of the surrounding peaks, suitable for experienced hikers.
South Ridge AscentHiking · 9km · 750 m ascent · ~3h 5m · from Cluanie InnModerate
Starting from Cluanie Inn, this route follows the south ridge, offering a less frequented path with beautiful ridge walking.
North Ridge ScrambleScrambling · 7km · 680 m ascent · ~2h 30m · from Glen ShielGrade 1 Scramble
This route involves a scramble up the north ridge, providing an exciting challenge with some exposure, recommended for those with scrambling experience.
East Face ClimbClimbing · 6km · from Glen ShielGrade 3 Climb
The east face climb is a challenging route for experienced climbers, requiring technical skills and equipment, it offers a thrilling ascent.
Summit today
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Sgurr a' Chuilinn each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 754m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Sgurr a' Chuilinn each night this week, from cloud cover, moonlight and local light pollution.
Snow · 7 days
No snow is forecast at the summit in the next 7 days. Lying snow up to 1 cm deep.
Sun today
Sunrise 07:23, sunset 16:46
9h 23m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:21 and starts 15:48. From the summit you see the sun 07:16 to 16:52.
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About Sgurr a' Chuilinn
Sgurr a' Chuilinn is 754 m (2,474 ft) high with 53 m of prominence. It is in Highland, Scotland. It is the 867th highest of the 1,458 summits Peakify lists in Highland. The nearest summits are Creag nan Damh (0.9 km), Sgurr na Ciste Duibhe (2.9 km) and Sgurr Beag (1.9 km).
How high is Sgurr a' Chuilinn?
Sgurr a' Chuilinn is 754 metres high with 53 metres of prominence.
Where is Sgurr a' Chuilinn?
Sgurr a' Chuilinn is listed in Highland, Scotland.
Are there routes for Sgurr a' Chuilinn?
Peakify lists 4 routes for Sgurr a' Chuilinn, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is Standard Route (8km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Sgurr a' Chuilinn 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 Sgurr a' Chuilinn?
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.
