Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 918 m (3,012 ft) |
| Listing | Munro |
| Naming | |
| English translation | Peak of the Fox |
| Language of name | Gaelic |
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 Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh
Location in Isle of Skye
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| Location | Skye, Scotland |
| Parent range | Cuillin |
| OS grid | NG446235 |
| Topo map | OS Landranger 32 |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | Possibly 1887, John MacKenzie and H.C. Hart |
| Easiest route | Scramble |
Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh is a mountain in Scotland. It is found on the Isle of Skye, a large island off Scotland's west coast. This mountain is part of the Black Cuillin range, which is famous for its rocky peaks.
Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh is known as a Munro. A Munro is a Scottish mountain that is over 3,000 feet (914.4 meters) high. This mountain stands at 918 meters (3,012 feet) tall. The name "Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh" comes from Gaelic and means "Peak of the Fox."
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What Makes Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh Special?
The rocks of Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh, like the rest of the Black Cuillin, are made of a material called gabbro. Gabbro is a type of igneous rock. This means it formed from cooled magma deep inside the Earth. It is very rough and grippy. This makes it excellent for mountaineering and scrambling. Climbers find it easy to get a good hold on the rock.
Exploring the Mountain's Summits
Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh has four different peaks, or summits. The highest one is the main summit. It is the only one that can be reached by scramblers. Scrambling is a type of climbing that uses both hands and feet. It is more difficult than walking but usually does not need ropes or special climbing gear.
The three lower summits are much harder to reach. They require special rock-climbing skills. People who want to climb these peaks need ropes, harnesses, and other climbing equipment. This makes them a challenge for experienced climbers.
How to Climb Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh
The easiest way to climb Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh is through a pass called An Dorus. In Gaelic, "An Dorus" means "the Door." This pass is a low point between two peaks. It acts like a gateway to the mountain.
Most climbers start their journey from Glen Brittle. This is a valley on the Isle of Skye. From Glen Brittle, it is easiest to reach An Dorus. Once at An Dorus, scramblers can make their way up to the main summit of Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh.
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Sgùrr a' Mhadaidh, a peak in the Black Cuillin range.
