Corbett · Knoydart
Sgurr nan Eugallt
Sgùrr nan Eugallt — 'peak of the deadly streams' — is the Corbett guarding the eastern edge of Knoydart above Loch Quoich, a rough rocky peak with a high prominence that makes it stand apart from its better-known Munro neighbours. The 898m summit looks south-west into the heart of Knoydart toward Ladhar Bheinn and Luinne Bheinn, and the approach from Kinloch Hourn is one of the wilder walk-ins in the western Highlands. A serious day in country that rewards confident navigation.
Quick facts
- Height
- 897.5m/ 2945ft
- Distance
- 22 km
- Ascent
- 1100 m
- Time
- 7–11 hrs
- Grid ref
- NG927048
- Parking
- NG949068
- Nearest city
- Fort William
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
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Standard route
coastal track 20% · steep grass 30% · rocky scramble 35% · summit ridge 15%
Park at the road end at Kinloch Hourn (NG949068). Walk south-west along the coastal path for around 5km to Barrisdale Bay, then turn inland up the Mam Barrisdale path. Around halfway up the bealach, leave the path and climb north-east up rough grass onto Sgùrr nan Eugallt's broad south ridge. The route gains a series of subsidiary tops before reaching the summit cairn. Allow 9–10 hours.
Terrain
Coastal path from Kinloch Hourn is rough but well-defined. Above Barrisdale, the going turns to steep grass and rock outcrops with no real path. The summit ridge has several knolls and small tops; in cloud, choosing the right one for descent matters. Watch for the deeply incised streams that give the hill its name — they appear suddenly and several have produced injuries to walkers attempting to ford in spate.
In winter
In winter Sgùrr nan Eugallt is a serious far-west objective. The Kinloch Hourn road can drift in heavy storms, the coastal path ices up, and the upper hill holds wind slab in lee aspects. Most parties tackle this as a multi-day Knoydart traverse with bothy bases at Barrisdale or Sourlies.
This hill is in the Glen Coe SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow3h 58m
- Edinburgh4h 35m
OS maps: OS Landranger 33
Mobile signal: No signal — Knoydart/Loch Hourn area, completely remote from the network
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:37
- Sunset
- 22:01
- Civil dawn
- 03:36
- Civil dusk
- 23:03
NOAA Solar Calculator · 31 May 2026
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Sgurr nan Eugallt — common questions
- How hard is Sgurr nan Eugallt?
- Sgurr nan Eugallt is rated 4/5 (challenging) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. The standard route covers about 22km with 1100m of ascent and takes most walkers 7-11 hours. Terrain: Coastal path from Kinloch Hourn is rough but well-defined.
- Where do I park for Sgurr nan Eugallt?
- Standard parking is at NG949068 near Fort William. Check the parking grid reference on an OS map before travel; informal laybys can fill on summer weekends.
- When is the best time to climb Sgurr nan Eugallt?
- The standard good-weather months for Sgurr nan Eugallt are May, June, July, August, September. Outside those months, expect winter conditions on the high ground — full mountain kit, navigation skills, and a check of the SAIS avalanche forecast for the relevant region.
- Can I bring my dog up Sgurr nan Eugallt?
- Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead — there is livestock or ground-nesting bird interest on the route.
- Is there mobile signal on Sgurr nan Eugallt?
- No signal — Knoydart/Loch Hourn area, completely remote from the network
- Is Sgurr nan Eugallt safe in winter?
- In winter Sgùrr nan Eugallt is a serious far-west objective. The Kinloch Hourn road can drift in heavy storms, the coastal path ices up, and the upper hill holds wind slab in lee aspects. Most parties tackle this as a multi-day Knoydart traverse with bothy bases at Barrisdale or Sourlies.