Bruach na Frìthe

Bruach na Frìthe stands on the Black Cuillin ridge on the Isle of Skye in Scotland’s Highlands. It is made of gabbro, a rock that gives good grip for climbing. The peak is often hidden from the usual view at Sligachan, where the lower Sgurr a' Bhasteir is mistaken for it. This is one of the easier main peaks to reach in the Black Cuillin range. Most climbers take the route up Fionn Coire, though some choose the harder Northwest Ridge. All paths cross steep ground and loose stones. The climb needs no special scrambling skill, but the ground is still tough. The summit offers one of the best views in the Cuillin range. Though not the highest point, it holds an Ordnance Survey pillar at the top. The easiest way up avoids technical moves, yet still tests fitness on rough terrain. The Northwest Ridge adds a little more challenge for those who want it. From the top, walkers see ridges and valleys stretching below. Visitors find a rocky summit with a clear view of the Cuillin’s jagged peaks. The pillar marks the highest point for surveying. Paths lead up grassy slopes then cross scree slopes near the top. The route up Fionn Coire starts from a corrie below the ridge. Those who take the Northwest Ridge face steeper rock and a narrower crest. The view from the top shows the full Black Cuillin range and beyond.