The Saddle and Sgùrr na Sgìne
High above Glen Shiel, the twin summits of The Saddle and Sgùrr na Sgìne form one of the most dramatic mountain pairings in the Highlands. The Saddle, at 1011 metres, is famed for its sharp twin ridges known as the Forcan Ridge — a classic scramble that gives the mountain its distinctive profile and reputation as one of Scotland’s finest climbs. Its Gaelic name, An Dìollaid, means “the saddle,” perfectly describing the dip between its twin peaks.
Beside it rises Sgùrr na Sgìne, the peak of the knife, a rugged Munro of 946 metres whose serrated ridges and steep slopes live up to its name. Together, these mountains dominate the skyline of Glen Shiel, offering a thrilling combination of technical challenge and breathtaking scenery. From their summits, the views sweep across the Five Sisters of Kintail, the South Glen Shiel Ridge, and deep into Knoydart’s wild interior.
Route details including Forcan Ridge, with map, 3D model and GPX download of the route to the summit of these mountains in Scotland.
The Saddle – Altitude: 1010 metres
Sgùrr na Sgìne – Altitude: 946 metres
Length: 8.0 miles Total Ascent: 4283 feet Surface: Very Rough and exposed on the Forcan Ridge
Difficulty: Hard
Average Walking Time: 6:00 h
Route starts at Glen Shiel Park, Kyle, IV40 8HU.
Google maps directions to the route start can be found HERE
The Saddle & Sgùrr na Sgìne
360° Virtual Tour
The virtual tour below traverses in a clockwise direction starting with a great climb up Sgùrr a’ Bhac Chaolais. From there it descends a boulderfield before the steep ascent upto the 1st Munro Sgùrr na Sgìne then onto the next Munro The Saddle before descending the Forcan Ridge.
3D Model of The Saddle and Sgùrr na Sgìne
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Click on the 3D model to move around / zoom in out.
