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Walking
If you are thinking of taking a walking holiday in the Outer Hebrides you will really be spoiled for choice when it comes to hiking trails in the Western Isles.
Fans of the outdoors will find that Outer Hebrides walking breaks offer great opportunities to explore the unique identity of these Scottish islands, with walks in the Western Isles providing visitors with the chance to get close to the nature, environment, history and heritage of our islands.
Travellers choosing to go hiking in the Outer Hebrides can choose from a wide range of walking routes in the Western Isles – each of which offers its own insight in the isles. There is also the option of walking the newly launched long distance walking route; the Hebridean Way which stretches from Vatersay to Stornoway in Lewis.
Choose coastal walks around the Outer Hebrides to understand the isolation of these island communities, or opt for Western Isles wildlife walks, such as hiking through the Hebrides nature reserves or walks to spot eagles, deer and other exciting island inhabitants.
History lovers can choose to walk the Bonnie Prince Charlie trail in whole or part, following in the footsteps of the young pretender who sought shelter here on our islands, while a selection of Outer Hebrides hiking trails take in historic sites and monuments providing ample points of interest along the way.
Whether you are looking for leisurely strolls along island beaches, or challenging hikes through rugged mountain terrain, walking on Lewis, Harris, Berneray, North Uist, Grimsay, Benbecula, South Uist, Eriskay, Barra and Vatersay offers a chance to really connect with the spirit of the islands.
Choose to plan an independent walking trip to the Western Isles, or make use of one of the Outer Hebrides walking guides offering accompanied walks and tours on our islands.
OUTER HEBRIDES WALKING LEAFLETS
We have a range of free walking leaflets you can download, They include short day walks and the Hebridean Way long distance walking route. Please note, you will need Adobe Reader (free PDF software) installed to download the leaflets.
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Section K: Walking the Hebridean Way - Scaladale to Balallan
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Length: 21km / 13 miles
Grade: ModerateStulaval Walk
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Isle of South Uist
This walk has been written by a regular visitor to these islands, Martin Margulies. The articles first appeared in Am Paipear, and extracts are reproduced here with his permission. In 2011, the walks were collected together in a book, called Mhor...
Section G: Walking the Hebridean Way - Lochmaddy to Berneray or Leverburgh
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Length: 18km / 10 miles
Grade: ModerateSection C: Walking the Hebridean Way - Daliburgh to Howmore
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Walks
Length: 19km / 11.5 miles
Estimated time (without stops): 4 hoursNorth Harris Eagle Observatory Walk
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Walks
Isle Of Harris
A short walk up 2km of gravelled track to the North Harris Eagle Observatory, which is consider to be the best location for viewing these magnificent birds - allow 30 minutes each way for the walk.
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01859 502222Iochdar Walk
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Walks
Isle Of South Uist
This is an easy 4 mile walk around Iochdar.
Sgoil an Iochdair Agus a'Choimhearsnachd Walks
Kilpheder/Daliburgh Machair Walk
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Walks
Isle Of South Uist
Easy Walk which takes around an hour.
Section I: Walking the Hebridean Way - Seilebost to Tarbert
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Walks
Length: 23km / 14.5 miles
Grade: ModerateSection E: Walking the Hebridean Way - Linaclate to Grimsay
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Walks
Length: 22km / 13.5 miles
Grade: Easy to moderateSection A: Walking the Hebridean Way - Vatersay to Northbay
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Walks
Please note the advisory on this section.
Length: 18km / 11 miles
Height Climbed: 798m / 2620ft
Height Descended: 805m / 2642ft
Grade: Moderate
Estimated time (without stops): 6 hours
Terrain: 5 miles rough,...
Bornish/Unisary/Minigarry Circular Walk
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Isle Of South Uist
Easy to moderate circular walk from Bornish over moorland and along main road.
Out and About Tours
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Guided Walks
Isle of Lewis
For a once in a lifetime experience, join us for a personalised tour of Lewis and Harris and learn about the history, archaeology and wildlife of these beautiful islands.
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01851 612288Section J: Walking the Hebridean Way - Tarbert to Scaladale
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Walks
Length: 14.5km / 9 miles
Grade: Easy to moderateSection F: Walking the Hebridean Way - Grimsay - Lochmaddy
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Walks
Length: 21km / 13 miles
Grade: Easy to moderateSection B: Walking the Hebridean Way - Northbay to Daliburgh
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Length: 18km / 11 miles
Grade: Easy to moderateDave's Hebridean Archaeological Tours
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Trips & Tours
Isle of Lewis
Personal guided tours of Lewis & Harris For the single traveller, couple, family or group of friends max 6 people.Tours are conducted by a resident archaeologist/guide in a Land Rover Defender 110 available 7 days week all year round.
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01851 612324Rueval to Rossinish Walk
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Benbecula
This walk has been written by Martin Margulies. The articles appeared in Am Paipear, and extracts are reproduced here with his permission. The walks have been collected together in a book, called Mhor and More.
The walk begins, unpromisingly, at...
Eriskay Walk
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Walks
Isle Of South Uist
A great walk, taking in some stunning scenery and history. Moderate walk. Allow 3 Hours. 8.5kilometers/5.25miles.Keep a look out for the Eriskay Ponies.
Rarnish Walk
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Isle of Benbecula
This is an good short walk, roughly about 2 miles there and back. It is where Bonnie Prince Charlie, returning from a failed escape bid from Stornoway, hid in a little hut.
Section H: Walking the Hebridean Way - Berneray or Leverburgh to Seilebost
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Walks
Length: 21km / 13 miles
Grade: Difficult
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