Our guided walks have been carefully selected to highlight some of Harris' best scenery and will be led by the North Harris Trust Ranger Service.
The terrain will varies from scree slopes to peat bogs and routes include exposed ridge lines and steep climbs/descents.
Please be honest about your fitness and ability before attempting these routes. These walks will be of the beaten track and therefore walking boots and waterproofs are essential. We reserve the right to turn individuals away who do not have the correct equipment. Well behaved dogs are welcome.
The terrain will varies from scree slopes to peat bogs and routes include exposed ridge lines and steep climbs/descents.
Please be honest about your fitness and ability before attempting these routes. These walks will be of the beaten track and therefore walking boots and waterproofs are essential. We reserve the right to turn individuals away who do not have the correct equipment. Well behaved dogs are welcome.
Wednesday 6th May
An Cliseam Horseshoe
This is one of Harris' classic mountain routes taking in the highest point in the Western Isles, An Cliseam (799m). Starting by following the Scaladale River on an old, vague path, then the ascent to Mullach an Langa and classic ridge walk before returning.
Date; Saturday 8th May 2020
Time; 9.30am ready to go for 10am
Location; Car park on the A859 below Caisteal Ard (NB 182 099)
Distance; 13.5KM
Climb; 1110m
Cost; £10
Difficulty rating; Hard
Recommended equipment; Walking boots, waterproofs, spare warm layer, lunch&drink, spare food.
This is one of Harris' classic mountain routes taking in the highest point in the Western Isles, An Cliseam (799m). Starting by following the Scaladale River on an old, vague path, then the ascent to Mullach an Langa and classic ridge walk before returning.
Date; Saturday 8th May 2020
Time; 9.30am ready to go for 10am
Location; Car park on the A859 below Caisteal Ard (NB 182 099)
Distance; 13.5KM
Climb; 1110m
Cost; £10
Difficulty rating; Hard
Recommended equipment; Walking boots, waterproofs, spare warm layer, lunch&drink, spare food.
Stulabhal to Uisgneabhal Ridge
Following the track that runs past the eagle observatory, we quickly head into the heart of North Harris. The views from Stulabhal north into Lewis are truly spectacular. The returning ridge walk can be a challenge so come prepared!
Date; Thursday 7th May 2020
Time; 9.30am ready to go for 10am
Location; Gleann Miabhaig / Eagle Observatory Car Park NB 100 062
Distance; 20.25km / 12.5 miles
Duration; 5hrs
Ascent; 1120m
Cost; £10
Difficulty rating; Hard
Recommended equipment; Walking boots, waterproofs, spare warm layer, lunch&drink.
Following the track that runs past the eagle observatory, we quickly head into the heart of North Harris. The views from Stulabhal north into Lewis are truly spectacular. The returning ridge walk can be a challenge so come prepared!
Date; Thursday 7th May 2020
Time; 9.30am ready to go for 10am
Location; Gleann Miabhaig / Eagle Observatory Car Park NB 100 062
Distance; 20.25km / 12.5 miles
Duration; 5hrs
Ascent; 1120m
Cost; £10
Difficulty rating; Hard
Recommended equipment; Walking boots, waterproofs, spare warm layer, lunch&drink.
Tiorga Mòr & Ceartabhal
The stunning Loch Leòsaid.
Date; Friday 8th May 2020
Time; 9.30am ready to go for 10am
Location; Track 200m before Amhainnsuidhe Castle on the B887 NG 105 967
Distance; 11km
Duration; 5hrs
Climb; 830m
Cost; £10
Difficulty rating; Hard
Recommended equipment; Walking boots, waterproofs, spare warm layer, lunch&drink.
The stunning Loch Leòsaid.
Date; Friday 8th May 2020
Time; 9.30am ready to go for 10am
Location; Track 200m before Amhainnsuidhe Castle on the B887 NG 105 967
Distance; 11km
Duration; 5hrs
Climb; 830m
Cost; £10
Difficulty rating; Hard
Recommended equipment; Walking boots, waterproofs, spare warm layer, lunch&drink.
Giolabhal to Sgaoth Horseshoe
The lesser known Harris horseshoe is no less impressive and offers similar views to its big brother. It is also not as well walked and lends itself to a greater sense of wildness. It offers stunning views down into Tarbert and along the Bays of Harris.
Date; Wednesday 6th May 2020
Time; 9.30am ready to go for 10am
Location; Parking Area on A859 North of Luskentyre Junction NB 137 034
Distance; 11km
Duration; 5hrs
Climb; 870m
Cost; £10
Difficulty rating; Hard
Recommended equipment; Walking boots, waterproofs, spare warm layer, lunch&drink.
The lesser known Harris horseshoe is no less impressive and offers similar views to its big brother. It is also not as well walked and lends itself to a greater sense of wildness. It offers stunning views down into Tarbert and along the Bays of Harris.
Date; Wednesday 6th May 2020
Time; 9.30am ready to go for 10am
Location; Parking Area on A859 North of Luskentyre Junction NB 137 034
Distance; 11km
Duration; 5hrs
Climb; 870m
Cost; £10
Difficulty rating; Hard
Recommended equipment; Walking boots, waterproofs, spare warm layer, lunch&drink.