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Sgor Gaoith

Munro
Quick Facts
This is the height of the mountain above sea level. However, on the climb, it is the ascent that matters, i.e. the sum of all the uphill parts of the route.
Altitude
1118 m (3667 ft)

This is the standard notation used on Ordnance Survey Landranger maps.

Each reference consists of two letters identifying a 100,000 metre square block then three digits defining the Easting and finally the three digits defining the Northing with reference to the South West corner of the block.

NN166712 is the grid reference for the summit of Ben Nevis. Where you are given the map number ( For Ben Nevis = 41) it is acceptable to omit the two initial letters e.g. 166712. (Instructions on how to read the references are given on the OS maps).

Grid Ref.
NN90279894
An indication of this mountains height rank within its class. Where two mountains share the same height they are ordered alphabetically.
Stature
36 of 283 Munros
The number of ascent routes currently available on Munromagic.
Routes
1
Mountain names are usually in Gaelic, the native language of the Scottish Highlands, or have been derived from the old Scots and Norse languages. We give the most commonly accepted meaning, but accept that some of these are disputed.
Meaning
Windy peak
 

The UK is covered by 204 Ordnance Survey Landranger 1:50,000 scale maps. Maps numbered 1 to 86 cover Scotland but for the highest mountains (Munros) only 23 maps are required. The name given roughly describes the area covered by the map.

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A description of the characteristics of the mountain including any hazards of which you should be aware.

  Description
Sgor Gaoith is the highest point on the cliffs overlooking Loch Einich, therefore the whole E flank of this mountain is steep and rocky. From the broad summit plateau N linking to Sgoran Dubh Mor (1111m) a ridge runs NW leading to tracks through the forests to Feshiebridge.

Beyond Sgoran Dubh Mor a long narrow ridge continues N and a shorter ridge NW, both with moderate slopes. To the W of the summit the slopes moderate to steep, and this is the shortest ascent route. To the S the broad ridge descends gently to 1000m then broadens to join the Moine Mhor where paths and tracks lead to Glen Feshie

Hazards you may encounter on Sgor Gaoith include
 Steep slopes on or near ascent routes.
 Crags near summit.
 
General Considerations
 Temperature decreases by 1degree C for every 100m of ascent.
 Wind usually increases with altitude.
 Visibility can change markedly with cloud level.
 River/Stream levels can increase markedly in one day.
Picture Gallery for Sgor Gaoith

En route to Sgor Gaoith, late May 2005; snow dusts the tops of Braeriach with Cairn Toul also visible. On a sunny calm day mist rises from the waterlooged mossy plateau near Carn Ban Mhor

© James Blair
Image by James Blair

Loch Einich as seen from Sgor Gaoith.

© Jim Ramsay
Image by Jim Ramsay

A distant view of Sgor Gaoith from Leathad an Taobhain to the south. April 2006

© Alex Bryce
Image by Alex Bryce

The cairn at the summit of Sgor Gaoith, Zero visibility. 18/07/09

© Jason Glencross
Image by Jason Glencross
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A selection of weather forecasts local to #GetMountain.Top_Name#.

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  Weather & OS Maps
Cairngorms * Monadhliath
by MWIS (PDF format) 		Cairngorms
by Accuweather 		East Highlands
by Met Office 		Braeriach
by Metcheck
Sgor Gaoith Area Map
Legend  Munro  Corbett  Graham  English/Welsh Top  Accommodation

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  Where to Stay
Results by distance from Sgor Gaoith
14.3 km
Ravenscraig Guest House
Grampian Road, Aviemore
18.0 km
Croft Holidays
Croft Dhu, Newtonmore
19.0 km
Eagle View Guest House
Perth Road Newtonmore
19.1 km
Netherwood House
Glen Road, Newtonmore
23.0 km
Crubenbeg House
Falls of Truim, Newtonmore,
26.2 km
Schiehallion House
10 Glenshee Road Braemar
26.3 km
Cranford Guest House
15 Glenshee Road, Braemar, Aberdeenshre
28.4 km
Laggan Hotel
Laggan, Newtonmore
32.6 km
Balneden Steading
Tomintoul, Ballindalloch
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The summary information of one or more ascent routes that include Sgor Gaoith.

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  Routes that include Sgor Gaoith
  Ascent Distance Time Including... Description Rating
1 964 m 13.89 km 4.5 hrs Sgor Gaoith  A relatively short route on moderately steep grass slopes. To the east of the summit steep cliffs overlook Loch Einich, navigate with care.  
 

Pictures submitted by members on the summit of Sgor Gaoith

  Baggers Gallery for Sgor Gaoith

Sgorr Gaoith summit on 24th august 2009

© Dougie Mccoll
Image by Dougie Mccoll

Gary Glencross at the summit. 18-07-09

© Jason Glencross
Image by Jason Glencross

Jason Glencross at the Summit. 18-07-09

© Jason Glencross
Image by Jason Glencross

me and eddie robb on the summit, on the 19th april, my 50th munro.

© Andrew Law
Image by Andrew Law
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 Comments
 
Alex Bryce
wrote on
July 17, 2007
The track up via the Allt Ruadh has recently been renovated to a very high standard and is as good as an escalator up to the 600m contour line where it dies out and a path through the heather continues onwards onto the higher slopes.
Alex Bryce
wrote on
July 17, 2007
Fantastic views to the distant hills of the north-west and down to Ben Nevis - worth saving for a crisp winters day
David Harbottle
wrote on
November 10, 2005
I agree with Neil, the traverse from Sgor Gaoith, over the many tops to Geal-Charn is well worth the extra effort. The descent (west) from Geal-Charn is pathless, initially very bouldery, then deep heather, until you reach the forest area.
Robert Wall
wrote on
October 16, 2005
A fine outing on a sunny autumn dry day over a pleasant heather clad undulating mountain. The view from the summit well worth the walk-A contrast-Harsh and Cullin like plunging down to the white topped Loch below. The scree sloped mountain rearing up opposite made a fine spot for a rest and cuppa. Scenery some of the best be in the world
Neil Macleod
wrote on
September 30, 2002
Must be a serious contender for finest peak in the 'Gorms, especially in winter. A traverse of Sgor Gaoith and her Tops - Sgoran Dubh Mor, Meall Buidhe and Geal-Charn also makes for a fine outing and is well worth considering.
 
 

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