A definitive 2-volume guidebook to the 12 Munros of the Cuillin on
the Isle of Skye – the most technically demanding Munros in Scotland,
rising in a jagged 3000ft skyline straight from the sea. More than
simple hillwalking, these summits demand Grade 3 scrambling, rock
climbing to Moderate and abseiling, technical skill, a head for heights,
and confidence on steep and exposed rocky ground. This set is written
for experienced mountain walkers, Munroists and seasoned scramblers
looking to complete the Cuillin ridge peaks safely and efficiently.
Volume
1 covers planning and logistics, seasonal and weather considerations
(with a focus on the summer “window” from May to September), recommended
kit for technical ground and the best bases in Glen Brittle and
Sligachan. It also introduces the history and character of each of the
12 summits. Volume 2 provides five carefully structured routes – a 5-day
itinerary that can also be broken down into bite-sized chunks of a
single peak or two per day – with step-by-step route description, Harvey
mapping and detailed photo topos to support safe navigation on complex
terrain. The two volumes are sold together.
- Step-by-step, way-numbered route descriptions with Harvey mapping and photo topos
- Covers all 12 Cuillin Munros, including the Inaccessible Pinnacle
- Includes Munro Top routes and the easiest ascent options for tackling summits individually
- Practical planning guidance: bases, camping, approach routes and seasonal advice
- Volume 2 is perfectly sized to carry with you during the hikes
The Munros
1 Sgurr nan Eag, 924m
2 Sgurr Dubh Mor, 944m
3 Sgurr Alasdair, 992m
4 Sgurr Mhic Choinnich, 948m
5 Sgurr Dearg: The Inaccessible Pinnacle, 986m
6 Sgurr na Banachdich, 965m
7 Sgurr a’ Ghreadaidh, 973m
8 Sgurr a’ Mhadaidh, 918m
9 Bruach na Frithe,958m
10 Am Basteir, 935m
11 Sgurr nan Gillean, 964m
12 Bla Bheinn, 928m
Route 1 The Northern Three Munros
Approach to Bealach a’ Bhasteir
Sgurr nan Gillean
Am Basteir
Bhasteir Tooth via the Basteir Nick
Bruach na Frithe, including descent
Sgurr a Fionn Choire
Bruach na Frithe via Fionn Choire
Sgurr nan Gillean via the south-east ridge
Route 2 The Central Two Munros
Approach to An Dorus
Sgurr a’ Mhadaidh
Sgurr a’ Ghreadaidh
Sgurr a’ Ghreadaidh’s South Top and Sgurr Thormaid, and Sgurr na Banachdich
Route 3 The South Central Three Munros
Approach to Coire Lagan
Sgurr Mhic Choinnich
Linking Sgurr Mhic Choinnich and the Inaccessible Pinnacle
The Inaccessible Pinnacle
Sgurr Dearg to Sgurr na Banachdich
Sgurr na Banachdich via the south ridge
Sgurr Thormaid
Descent from Sgurr na Banachdich
Sgurr Dearg/The Inaccessible Pinnacle via Sgurr Dearg’s west ridge
Route 4 The Southern Three Munros
Approach to Coir’ a’ Ghrunnda
Sgurr nan Eag
Sgurr Dubh Mor via Sgurr Dubh an Da Bheinn
Sgurr Dubh an Da Bheinn to Sgurr Alasdair
Sgurr Sgumain
Sgurr Thearlaich
Sgurr Alasdair via the Great Stone Chute and south-east ridge
Route 5 Bla Bheinn and the South Top
