Routes up
Sron Liath routes: 7 ways to the top
Standard Hiking RouteHiking · 8km · 600 m ascent · ~2h 35m · from InverlaelModerate
This route starts from Inverlael and follows a well-trodden path through the forest before ascending the open hillside to reach the summit of Sron Liath, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Southwest ApproachHiking · 10km · 700 m ascent · ~3h 10m · from Loch BroomModerate
Starting from Loch Broom, this route takes a longer approach to the summit, passing through varied terrain and offering a quieter alternative to the more popular routes.
North Ridge ScrambleScrambling · 7km · 650 m ascent · ~2h 30m · from InverlaelGrade 1 Scramble
The North Ridge offers a more adventurous ascent with some scrambling sections, providing a more direct route to the summit with exhilarating views.
East Ridge RouteScrambling · 5km · 600 m ascent · ~2h 0m · from Loch CluanieGrade 1
The East Ridge of Sron Liath offers a straightforward scramble with stunning views over Glen Shiel, it is a popular choice for those seeking an introduction to scrambling.
North Face RouteScrambling · 4.5km · 550 m ascent · ~1h 50m · from Cluanie InnGrade 2
The North Face provides a more challenging scramble with some exposure, it requires careful navigation and is best suited for experienced scramblers.
South Ridge HikeHiking · 6km · 500 m ascent · ~2h 0m · from Cluanie InnHiking
The South Ridge is a pleasant hike with gentle inclines, it is suitable for hikers of all levels and offers panoramic views.
West ApproachHiking · 7km · 650 m ascent · ~2h 30m · from Loch CluanieHiking
The West Approach is a longer hike that takes you through varied terrain, it is a rewarding route for those looking to explore the area.
Summit today
Is it safe to climb Sron Liath today?
Sron Liath today (updated 23:49, 27 Oct): up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 31 mph gusting 52 mph, 94% chance of rain. A marginal day for the hills. Best day this week: Tuesday, summit gusts 15 mph.
Sron Liath weather today
Moderate drizzle, up to 7°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -4°C, summit wind 31 mph gusting 52 mph, 94% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Sron Liath weather tomorrow
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 1°C, summit wind 32 mph gusting 40 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
Sron Liath weather this weekend
Saturday 31 October: light drizzle, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -2°C, summit wind 13 mph gusting 16 mph, 36% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Sunday 1 November: fog, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -5°C, summit wind 13 mph gusting 16 mph, 12% chance of rain. Rated Good.
Sron Liath summit forecast, next 7 days
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| TodayModerate drizzle | Marginal | 7°/3° | -4° | 31/52 | 94% |
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| TomorrowLight drizzle | Marginal | 8°/6° | 1° | 32/40 | 0% |
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| Fri 30Light drizzle | Marginal | 9°/2° | 0° | 37/47 | 8% |
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| Sat 31Light drizzle | Good | 6°/0° | -2° | 13/16 | 36% |
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| Sun 1Fog | Good | 5°/-2° | -5° | 13/16 | 12% |
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| Mon 2Fog | Good | 6°/-2° | -5° | 16/20 | 2% |
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| Tue 3Fog | Good | 5°/-1° | -4° | 12/15 | 0% |
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Sron Liath 14-day weather forecast: days 8 to 13, less certain
| Day | Verdict | High/low | Feels like | Wind/gust mph | Rain or snow |
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| Wed 4Fog | Good | 5°/1° | -1° | 13/16 | 8% |
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| Thu 5Fog | Good | 5°/0° | -2° | 7/8 | 2% |
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| Fri 6Fog | Good | 3°/0° | -3° | 7/8 | 8% |
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| Sat 7Fog | Good | 1°/-3° | -6° | 15/19 | 15% |
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| Sun 8Light drizzle | Marginal | 4°/-3° | -6° | 25/31 | 22% |
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| Mon 9Light drizzle | Good | 4°/0° | -2° | 24/30 | 25% |
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Cloud inversion · 7 days
The chance of standing above a sea of cloud on Sron Liath each morning this week, from overnight temperature, humidity and low cloud below the 761m summit.
Dark sky · 7 days
How dark the sky gets over Sron Liath 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.
Sun today
Sunrise 07:23, sunset 16:42
9h 19m of daylight. Golden hour ends 08:22 and starts 15:42. From the summit you see the sun 07:16 to 16:48.
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About Sron Liath
Sron Liath is 761 m (2,497 ft) high with 48 m of prominence. It is in Highland, Scotland. It is the 840th highest of the 1,458 summits Peakify lists in Highland. The nearest summits are Meall Gorm (2.1 km), Tom Ban Mor (1.6 km) and Am Faochagach (3.0 km).
How high is Sron Liath?
Sron Liath is 761 metres high with 48 metres of prominence.
Where is Sron Liath?
Sron Liath is listed in Highland, Scotland.
Are there routes for Sron Liath?
Peakify lists 7 routes for Sron Liath, including available distance, ascent, start point, and difficulty details. The easiest is Standard Hiking Route (8km, Moderate).
Is it safe to climb Sron Liath 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 is the weather on Sron Liath tomorrow?
Thursday 29 October: mostly dry, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as 1°C, summit wind 32 mph gusting 40 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Marginal.
What is the weather on Sron Liath this weekend?
Saturday 31 October: light drizzle, up to 6°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -2°C, summit wind 13 mph gusting 16 mph, 36% chance of rain. Rated Good. Sunday 1 November: fog, up to 5°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -5°C, summit wind 13 mph gusting 16 mph, 12% chance of rain. Rated Good.
What weather information is shown for Sron Liath?
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.
