About
This walk in the east of North Uist provides some of the most spectacular uninterrupted views, with lots of wildlife and a diverse terrain. Beginning 1 mile south of Lochmaddy on the road to Clachan, the path crosses the coastal plain to reach the foot of North Lee. It then rises up the south west slopes to 263m and then follows the ridge north at the top of North Lee - a good place to see eagles and providing spectacular views of Uist, Skye, Harris and Barra. On a clear day, you can see St Kilda to the west. The route then descends past the site of a World War II plane crash and re-joins the path to take you back to the road.
You can download a leaflet here.
Map & Directions
Route Waypoints
- Starting 1 mile south of Lochmaddy the walk is clearly signposted and the path is waymarked throughout.
- As you approach the foot of North Lee you will see a fence with a style to cross over. You will then start to climb North Lee on the south west slopes, with the route rising to the summit at 263m
- The route follows the ridge to trig point 251m. At this point you start to descend North Lee and you will pass the site of a World War II air crash.
- Carry on the route across the moorland passing between between Loch na Hostrach and Loch Nighe. To the north you can see the ruin of the North Uist Estate gamekeeper’s cottage, last inhabited in the early to mid-20th century.
