The Sgurr of Eigg, a special wee walk, with views to die for

[The Rodmiester]

Our May weekend of the Argyll Mountaineering Club was to be held at the Bunkhouse on Eigg, and I was really looking forward to it. Ever since passing Eigg on the way to Rum last year I had wanted to climb the irresistible looking An Sgurr which dominates the whole island. I can tell you now that this is a terrific wee hill and I would highly recommend it to anybody going over to Eigg to include this walk into their itinerary.

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Rodmiester Callander Girl and Jilly who we had met up at the bunkhouse Heading up the road from the bunkhouse Bunkhouse at grid ref 483852

Now on a track just after a farm cottage on your left there is a well used path on your right see photo

That's An Sgurr in front it looks impenetrable

At this point we meet up with Joe who had left earlier

In all its glory, it does look impressive

Starting to go around the North flank of An Sgurr

Nice walking on a good path some muddy sections

You can just see the point of entry with the path heading up the West end or the ridge

The climb starts here

Good view out to sea with Muck in the distance. The good things about island walks if you get the weather the views are superb

Joe at the top of the first climb

Then a drop down to the final climb to the summit

Down climb

Fabulous four at the Trig point (Vanessa according to Joe)

Other members at the foot of the down climb

View of an old settlement , where we would explore the following day

Rum in the background with other club members in the foreground who had started later

Aye its the final climb you guys

A nice stone wall to direct you down

We get a wave from the others who have now reached the summit (zoomed)

Nearly back at the bunkhouse with a wee short cut taken

The Bunkhouse with superb views. An excellent base for any club meet. Final thoughts what a fabulous wee place to come to for walking, highly recommended.

[Jaxter]

I remember this hill from when I camped up there in the summer - a very special hill. Impressive from all angles and hard to believe it's less than 400m high! t's not all about size

[The Rodmiester]

I remember this hill from when I camped up there in the summer - a very special hill. Impressive from all angles and hard to believe it's less than 400m high! t's not all about size

Hi Jaxter, was it a high camp you went for? It's a great wee hill, I love wee hills on islands, views are special when you get the weather.

[Sgurr]

We went at much the same time of year, October 2015, and stayed in a rather upmarket B & B for a few days. At one point we were afraid we might have to stay on the island as the ferries might be cancelled, but it was only postponed.

[The Rodmiester]

We went at much the same time of year, October 2015, and stayed in a rather upmarket B & B for a few days. At one point we were afraid we might have to stay on the island as the ferries might be cancelled, but it was only postponed.

Think we had similar weather as yourself. Reading your excellent report reminded me of the red paint dots on the stones which I had forgotten to mention. A lovely wee hill though, and yes I had heard Rum era about the local taxi service

[Alteknacker]

That's one amazing hill - definitely one for the "to do" list...

[The Rodmiester]

That's one amazing hill - definitely one for the "to do" list...

Aye it really is, but don't forget the other wee one on the North side of the Island, that's a fine summit ridge walk in its own right.

[Chris Mac]

Great photos, the Sgurr of Eigg is a beauty and looks like a brilliant walk plus the view of Rum is superb. I can't wait to visit these islands to explore them, looks like there are lots of scrambling opportunities too...

[The Rodmiester]

Great photos, the Sgurr of Eigg is a beauty and looks like a brilliant walk plus the view of Rum is superb. I can't wait to visit these islands to explore them, looks like there are lots of scrambling opportunities too...

Thanks Chris Mac, you will love this walk, and you will love Eigg, it's superb. Hope you get good weather.

[litljortindan]

A special wee walk indeed. I take it the bunkhouse was booked well in advance?

[The Rodmiester]

A special wee walk indeed. I take it the bunkhouse was booked well in advance?

It was booked pretty early, not too sure how long, but I can highly recommend it, the situation a views from it are fabulous and you get your gear taken to and from pier, which is very handy.

[dogplodder]

This wee hill is such a landmark shouting out to be climbed. Tried again this summer but the boat times on the day I could go didn't allow it. Your photos are great!

[The Rodmiester]

This wee hill is such a landmark shouting out to be climbed. Tried again this summer but the boat times on the day I could go didn't allow it. Your photos are great!

Hi dogplodder, it was on the ferry when I first met you on the way back from Rum that I first saw this impressive rock lump and it was then I made up my mind I had to climb it. You must do it next year, you will love it, just a stunning wee walk

[Jaxter]

I remember this hill from when I camped up there in the summer - a very special hill. Impressive from all angles and hard to believe it's less than 400m high! t's not all about size

Hi Jaxter, was it a high camp you went for? It's a great wee hill, I love wee hills on islands, views are special when you get the weather.

Yup - camped right on the top! Absolutely amazing