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View of Sgor Gaoith (1116m), Cairngorms, Scotland
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Sgor Gaoith

Height
1116m (3,661ft)
Height rank
37 of 282
Area
Cairngorms
Section
Cairngorms

About Sgor Gaoith

Sgòr Gaoith stands out as a prominent peak situated on the eastern boundary of an expansive, undulating plateau. Its striking position is perched dramatically on the brink of a towering wall of fragmented cliffs that plunge steeply down to the serene waters of Loch Einich. This unique setting offers one of the most spectacular and rewarding shorter hillwalks in the Cairngorms, combining breathtaking scenery with a sense of adventure.

Where is Sgor Gaoith?

Sgor Gaoith sits in the Cairngorms region of Cairngorms at 57.0686°N, 3.8109°W.

Map showing the location of Sgor Gaoith in Cairngorms, Scotland

Key facts

Height 1116 metres / 3,661 feet
Rank by height 37 of 282 Munros
Coordinates 57.06856, -3.81086
Area Cairngorms
SMC section 08A: Cairngorms

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