Graham · Arrochar & Trossachs
Sgiath a' Chaise
Sgiath a' Chaise (644m) — the wing of the gorge — is a flat-topped outlier in the NN51 square between Lochearnhead and Callander. An iron fence post sits among a few rocks at the high point; the view sweeps from Ben Vorlich south-east across Glen Artney to the lowland edge.
Quick facts
- Height
- 644.2m/ 2114ft
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 483 m
- Time
- 3–5 hrs
- Grid ref
- NN583169
- Parking
- NN534151
- Nearest city
- Stirling
- Dogs
- Dogs on lead required near livestockDog-friendly guide ↗
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Standard route
heather moorland 60% · grass slopes 25% · rocky summit 15%
Park at the bend in the road near Glen Buckie south of Strathyre. Take the rough farm track north-east toward Ballimore, then climb pathlessly up the broad south-west spur on grass and bracken. The fence line at the top guides you to the iron post and small rock cluster that mark the summit.
Terrain
Farm track briefly, then mostly pathless grass and bracken on the south-west spur. The upper plateau is firm short turf with a clear fence to follow; the iron post marker is unmistakable on a still day.
In winter
The Strathyre hills get less snow than further north but the grass freezes hard and the open top funnels wind. Sgiath a' Chaise has no avalanche concerns but slips are easy on icy turf — microspikes are usually the right call. Daylight is workable for a short January round.
This hill is in the Lochaber SAIS forecast area. Check SAIS forecasts in winter (December–April).
Best time of year
Getting there
- Glasgow1h 14m
- Edinburgh2h 54m
OS maps: OS Landranger 57
Mobile signal: Moderate. EE intermittent on the open plateau; weaker in Glen Buckie.
Current conditions
Daylight Today
- Sunrise
- 04:38
- Sunset
- 21:51
- Civil dawn
- 03:40
- Civil dusk
- 22:50
NOAA Solar Calculator · 31 May 2026
Around Sgiath a' Chaise on the SCOT network
Getting there, basing yourself, and what to do off the hill.
Getting there: Crianlarich station
Crianlarich Munros — Ben More, Stob Binnein, Ben Lui, Cruach Ardrain
22km from the hill
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On TripSCOTBase yourself in Callander
Trossachs gateway — Ben Ledi, Stuc a Chroin, Rob Roy Way
10km from the hill
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On TasteSCOTAfter the hill: Deanston
Doune — converted cotton mill; floral, honeyed Perthshire distillery
21km from the hill
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Sgiath a' Chaise — common questions
- How hard is Sgiath a' Chaise?
- Sgiath a' Chaise is rated 3/5 (moderately challenging) on the OutdoorSCOT scale. The standard route covers about 12km with 483m of ascent and takes most walkers 3-5 hours. Terrain: Farm track briefly, then mostly pathless grass and bracken on the south-west spur.
- Where do I park for Sgiath a' Chaise?
- Standard parking is at NN534151 near Stirling. 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 Sgiath a' Chaise?
- The standard good-weather months for Sgiath a' Chaise are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. 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 Sgiath a' Chaise?
- 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 Sgiath a' Chaise?
- Moderate. EE intermittent on the open plateau; weaker in Glen Buckie.
- Is Sgiath a' Chaise safe in winter?
- The Strathyre hills get less snow than further north but the grass freezes hard and the open top funnels wind. Sgiath a' Chaise has no avalanche concerns but slips are easy on icy turf — microspikes are usually the right call. Daylight is workable for a short January round.