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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.

Choose coastal walks around the Outer Hebrides to understand the isolation of these island communities, climb to the summit of the highest-point on any of the islands 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.

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.

HEBRIDEAN WAY

For those who take their walking seriously, there is the option of walking the length of the Western Isles along the Hebridean Way, the 156 mile long distance-walking route which stretches from Vatersay to Stornoway in Lewis, is through 10 islands, over 6 causeways and across 2 ferries.

GUIDED WALKS

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.

WALKING LEAFLETS

We have a range of free walking leaflets you can download and include short day walks.

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Rhenigidale and Maraig from Urgha

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Urgha, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3BW

Isle Of Harris

A circular walk of 19km (12 miles) on good footpaths and quiet roads that visits the quiet villages of Reinigeadal and Maraig. Reaching 300m above sea level means there are excellent views all around - 6 hours

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Lews Castle Grounds

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Castle Grounds, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0XP

Isle of Lewis

Explore the Lews Castle Grounds – Where Adventure Meets History! Great walks, trails, cycle paths, mountain bike trail and stunning scenery overlooking Stornoway Harbour.

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Berneray Walk

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Berneray, Isle Of North Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS6 5BJ

Isle Of North Uist

Follow this fantastic walk and take in the beautiful scenery and wildlife. Moderate Walk. Aprrox 12 Kilometres/7.5 miles. Allow 6 hours.

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Moderate

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Iochdar Walk

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Iochdar Hall, Iochdar, Isle Of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5RQ

Isle Of South Uist

This is an easy 4 mile walk around Iochdar.
Sgoil an Iochdair Agus a'Choimhearsnachd Walks

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Northton Machair and Temple

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Northton, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3JA

Isle Of Harris

A short and pleasant walk of 5km (3 miles) over the machair to the Temple - a ruined chapel - with sandy beaches and views out to the islands in the Sound of Harris - 1- 2 hours

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Kilpheder/Daliburgh Machair Walk

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Kilpheder, Isle Of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5TB

Isle Of South Uist

Easy Walk which takes around an hour.

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Easy

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West Side Coastal Path

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Gead Gorm, Garenin, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9AN

Isle Of Lewis

A waymarked route of 18km (10 miles) along the Atlantic coast of West Lewis - allow 6 hours.

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Moderate

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Hecla Walk

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Loch Skipport, Isle of South UIst, Outer Hebrides

Isle of South UIst

A difficult walk requiring a good level of fitness

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Great Bernera Walk

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Bernera, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9LT

Isle of Lewis

A circular walk of 11km (7 miles) around part of Great Bernera including a visit to the Bronze age dwelling at Bosta beach - allow 4.5 hours.

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Moderate

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Tangasdal

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Tangasdal, Isle of Barra, Outer Hebrides, HS9 5XW

Isle of Barra

This is an established trail with way-marker posts. It has a combination of cultural and natural heritage which gives a great insight to the island’s past and present. It has also some truly spectacular scenery. 2.5 miles, 2 - 3 hours

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Easy to Moderate

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Barvas and Brue Walking Route

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Loch Street, Lower Barvas, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0QY

Isle of Lewis

A short walk along a waymarked route. About 5.5 miles/9Km around the coast.

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Easy to Moderate

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Clisham Horseshoe

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Maraig, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3AG

Isle Of Harris

Undoubtedly the finest mountain walk in the Outer Hebrides. It is challenging with short stretches of scrambling and although only 14km will take 6-7 hours. It starts and finishes on the main A859 road near Scaladale.

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Heritage Trail from Tolsta to Port of Ness

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Lochside, North Tolsta, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0NF

Isle Of Lewis

A waymarked route of 22km (14 miles) along the dramatic North East coast of Lewis with lots of antiquites, wildlife and distant views of the mainland mountains across The Minch - 7-8 hours.

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Eriskay Walk

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Eriskay, Isle Of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5JT

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.

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Moderate

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Scalpay Heritage Walk

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Parkview Terrace, Scalpay, Isle Of Scalpay, Outer Hebrides, HS4 3XX

Isle Of Scalpay

A circular walk of 13km (8miles) around Scalpay and Eilean Glas lighthouse - 4 hours.

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Moderate

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Rueval to Rossinish Walk

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Market Stance, Benbecula, Outer Hebrides

Benbecula

A walk up Reuval hill and then on to Rossinish for wonderful views and a white sandy beach.

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Moderate

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Cleit Ard

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Marig, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3AG

Isle Of Harris

A short walk of 6km (4 miles) to a modest summit that provides stunning views of the Harris Hills and down into Loch Seaforth - 1-2 hours.

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Moderate

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Stulaval Walk

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South Locheynort, Isle of South Uist, Outer Hebrides

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 and More.
Start at the Mingarry footpath. When the path peters out near Loch nan Caorach, keep…

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