Sgùrr a' Choire-bheithe

Sgùrr a’ Choire-bheithe stands on the Knoydart peninsula in the Scottish Highlands, a steep-sided mountain that rises above Glen Kingie. Its rocky summit holds a small cairn, marking the highest point of the route from the coast to the glen. The mountain sits within a wild landscape of deep corries and fast streams, far from roads and villages. Its Gaelic name means ‘peak of the cauldron corrie’, describing the bowl-shaped hollow on its northern side. The peak is one of the few in Britain listed as a Marilyn, Corbett, Sub Murdo and HuMP, showing its importance to hill walkers. The mountain is worth the journey for those who enjoy long, remote routes with varied scenery. It is the highest point on the Knoydart peninsula, giving wide views over sea lochs and the peaks of the Rough Bounds. Walkers often combine it with other nearby hills such as Beinn na Caillich or Luinne Bheinn. The route starts near the shore of Loch Hourn, where the tide meets the river, and climbs steadily through heather and boulders. Many hikers carry their own gear because no facilities exist on the route. At the top, the view stretches from the Isle of Skye in the west to the Grey Corries in the east. The steep northern corrie holds patches of snow even in summer, while the southern slopes drop gently towards Glen Kingie. The ridge to the south-west connects to other high points, offering a longer day out for experienced walkers. The air is clear and cold, carrying the scent of bog myrtle and wet stone. Few people pass by, so the summit often feels like a private place above the clouds.