Best coastal hikes in Scotland
Looking for hikes where the ocean's your soundtrack? These coastal routes let you hike with a sea breeze in your hair.
Here are some great hikes to explore in Scotland.
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Reviews for coastal hikes in Scotland
helmutsj 路 reviewed over 2 years ago
Did in 5 days in May. We walked from south to north. Before Skye Trail I walked West Highland Way and must admit that enjoyed the Skye Trail much more than WHW. Highly recommended. Take enough water before climbing Trotternich Ridge. And pay attention on water proofness of the equipment. GPS navigation also can help On day 4 we crossed the ridge under heavy rain and wind, seeing almost nothing because of the fog. We stayed on the track only because of GPX course downloaded in my Garmin watch beforehand. However my phone got wet and died. Nevertheless the next day brought a wonderful weather and we finished the trail enjoying the coastline walk.
Peter 路 reviewed over 4 years ago
Be prepared for a lot of road walking and boggy moors. Mobile courage was limited on the southern islands, unless you are with EE. Nothing is opened on Sundays, so be prepared that. I started my adventure on the southern part of Vatersay, where there is a superb beach to camp on. We took a taxi from the ferry port to the official start ( cost 拢15) and then walked another 2 miles to the beach
Kev Pez 路 reviewed over 4 years ago
Varied trail, tricky in parts however it was all worth it for the epic views!
Pack_backer 路 reviewed over 4 years ago
A nice remote trail with some phenomenal sites. you can resupply every couple of days fairly easily so it makes it a lot more manageable. I did it in two days, but would be best in 3, to savour the views. the trail is deteriorated in sections but it makes it more fun. worst part is the last 20 or so miles as it's on road, which is awful on the feet. You can go straight into the Kintyre way from it if you go sobo
Frequently asked questions for hikes in Scotland
Summers, typically June to August, offer the most hospitable hiking climate. Though occasionally rainy, the temperatures hover around a comfortable 15掳C - 20掳C, with up to 18 hours of daylight to fully exploit the trails. Careful monitoring of midge activity is vital for a hassle-free experience. https://www.livebreathescotland.com/midges-in-scotland/
Autumn brings a dazzling display of changing colours, but the weather, much like spring, can be erratic. Temperatures begin to drop, and daylight hours shrink rapidly, restricting hiking time. Winters are challenging with shorter days, snowfall, and icy trails. For the experienced, it presents a unique, exhilarating challenge. Check https://www.mountaineering.scot/. Best to avoid winter unless highly experienced.
