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  1. The Deserted Village of Stiomrabhaigh (Stemreway)
    A short walk of 4km (2 miles) to an abandoned village on the north shore of Loch Sealg in the Isle of Lewis.
    1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
  2. Heritage Trail
    Discover a waymarked route of 22km along the spectacular North East coast of Lewis offering breathtaking views, history and legend.
    1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
  3. Bosta beach, Iron Age House and graveyard.
    Great Bernera Walk
    A circular walk of 11km around part of Great Bernera offering a visit to a Bronze Age dwelling at Bosta Beach.
  4. Looking back towards Loch Trolamaraig with Todun above.
    Rhenigidale and Maraig from Urgha
    A circular walk that uses the old postman’s path to Reinigeadal – the last village in the UK to be reached by a road. Look out for porpoises in Loch Trolamaraig and enjoy views of the uninhabited Shiant Islands and the mighty Clisham.
    1. Eagle Walk
      North Harris Eagle Observatory Walk
      Just a short walk up a 2km gravel track you’ll find the North Harris Eagle Observatory and one of the best opportunities in Scotland for viewing the iconic golden eagle.
      1. 1st January 202531st December 2025
    2. Iochdar Walk
      A gentle circular walk around the community of Iochdar on the west coast of South Uist offering superb coastal views from the Atlantic-facing beach.
    3. Langass
      A peaceful walking trail through a community woodland on the island of North Uist where you can enjoy wildlife spotting and walking amongst the trees.
    4. Tangasdal
      This is an established trail with way-marker posts in Barra. 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.
    5. Walking in the Outer Hebrides
      Hebridean Way
      For those looking for an unforgettable adventure, there is the option of walking or cycling the length of the Outer Hebrides along the Hebridean Way – our long-distance walking route which stretches for 156 miles from Vatersay in the south to Stornoway in the north. It’s a truly iconic island experience.
    6. Surfer with surf board
      Adventure and Relaxation
      If your idea of unwinding is a little faster paced, take a look at our suggestions on Adventure and Relaxation in the Outer Hebrides.
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    1. 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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    2. 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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    3. Bosta beach, Iron Age House and graveyard.
      Great Bernera Walk

      Address

      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 - 3 - 4 hours.

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    4. Callanish at sunrise
      Callanish Walk

      Address

      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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    5. 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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    6. Langass Woodland

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      Langass, Isle Of North Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS6 5HA

      Isle Of North Uist

      There is a walking trail through the woodlands and is a great way to enjoy the wildlife and trees.

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    7. Arinaban Woodland

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      Loch Eynort, Isle of South Uist, Outer Hebrides

      Isle of South Uist

      A wonderful plantation where a mixture of trees have been planted and footpaths created. The woodland is located at the end of the road at North Locheynort and there are picnic tables and seats at stunning points along the walk. 

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    8. Unisary
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      Unisary
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      Bornish and Minigarry Circular Walk

      Address

      Bornish, Isle Of South Uist, Outer Hebrides, HS8 5SB

      Isle Of South Uist

      Easy to moderate circular walk from Bornish over moorland and along main road.

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    9. West Side Coastal Path

      Address

      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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    10. Summit of Suainabhal
      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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    11. 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 - to the deserted village of Bagh Hartabhagh.

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    12. Gearrannan Village, Lewis
      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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    13. Herring Walk

      Address

      Castlebay, Isle of Barra, Outer Hebrides

      Isle of Barra

      © Copyright Becky Williamson and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.

      The short walk round the bay has excellent displays, telling the story of the herring industry on Barra. The bay was once filled with so many fishing boats that it was possible to walk across the bay, boat to boat, without getting your feet wet.

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    14. 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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    15. Stac a'Phris
      Stac a'Phris Walk

      Address

      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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    16. Heritage Trail from Tolsta to Port of Ness

      Address

      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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    17. Butt of Lewis lighthouse
      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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    18. 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 Hushinish on the west side of North Harris - allow 3-4 hours.

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