Sgurr na Ciste Duibhe, Sgurr na Carnach and Sgurr Fhuaran
A classic ridgewalk taking in three Munros, the Five Sisters give a wonderful days excursion with magnificent views.
Hiking Severe
- Distance
- 15 km
- Ascent
- 1.4 km
- Descent
- 1.5 km
- Duration
- 5-6 hrs
- Low Point
- 50 m
- High Point
- 1.1 km
- Gradient
- 19˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be severe. It's remote, it features high exposure and is typically done in undefined. From a low point of 50 m to the maximum altitude of 1.1 km, the route covers 15 km, 1364 vertical metres of ascent and 1518 vertical metres of descent.
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Description
Sgurr na Ciste Duibhe, Sgurr na Carnach and Sgurr Fhuaran
Difficulty
Severe
Hiking challenging trails where simple scrambling, with the occasional use of the hands, is a distinct possibility. The trails are often filled with all manner of obstacles both small and large, and the hills are very steep. Obstacles and challenges are often unexpected and can be unpredictable.
High Exposure
Some trail sections have exposed ledges or steep ascents/descents where falling could cause serious injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Wild flowers
- Water features