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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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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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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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Bagh Hartabhagh Walk

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North Glendale, Isle of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5UD

Isle of South Uist

A moderate walk - 3hrs total.

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Moderate

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Skeudale Horseshoe

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Ardhasaig, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3AJ

Isle Of Harris

A circular walk of 16km (10 miles) along a high ridge with excellent views in all directions - well worth the effort involved in the steep ascent - 6-7 hours.

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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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Suaineabhal from Cairisiadar

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Carishader, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9ER

Isle Of Lewis

An ascent of Suaineabhal with excellent views over Uig Bay and beyond. The route is approximately 9km (5 miles) but is difficult terrain so allow 4-5 hours

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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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Easy

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The Coffin Route

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Grosebay, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3EF

Isle Of Harris

A circular walk of 14km (8 miles) on good paths from the east coast of South Harris over to the west coast and back. 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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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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Crabhadail Walk

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Hushinish, Isle Of Harris, Outer Hebrides, HS3 3AY

Isle Of Harris

A short, but strenuous, walk of 8km (5 miles) up and over 'The Stiamar', - an old path that connects the once isolated villages of Cravadale and Huisinis on the west side of North Harris - allow 3-4 hours.

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Moderate

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Stac a'Phris Walk

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South Shawbost, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9BJ

Isle of Lewis

Stunning coastal walk between Shawbost beach and the stunning natural arch, Stac a'Phris. The walk is around 2 hours.

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Easy to Moderate

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Callanish Walk

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Callanish, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9DY

Isle of Lewis

Discover the iconic Callanish Standing Stones (Calanais I), Cnoc Ceann a’ Gharraidh standing stones (Calanais II) and Cnoc Fhillibhir standing stones (Calanais III). A short 2 mile walk - allow a couple of 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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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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Around the Butt of Lewis

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Butt of Lewis, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0XF

Isle of Lewis

A circular walk of 5.5.km (3.5 miles) that starts and finishes at the Eoropie Playpark - 2 hours

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Easy to Moderate

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Liamisiadair and Gearrannan Walk

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Garenin, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 9AL

Isle of Lewis

A stunning circular 5.5 mile route - allow 2 - 3 hours.

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Moderate

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Rarnish Walk

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Rarinis, Isle of Benbecula, Outer Hebrides, HS7 5QJ

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.

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Easy to Moderate

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