A guidebook to 30 walks exploring the Scottish islands of Harris and Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. From shorter walks visiting historical, cultural and geological sites to more challenging hill walks, there are routes to suit all abilities.

The walks range from 4 to 22km (3–14 miles) and can be enjoyed in 1–8 hours. Also included is information on walking opportunities on other islands, including St Kilda, Berneray and the Shiant Islands.

• 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk
• Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket
• Refreshment options are given for each walk
• Local points of interest are featured including Calanais Standing Stones
• Includes a list of all the Marilyns (hills with a prominence of 150m or more) on Harris, Lewis and St Kilda

Seasons

best visited from early spring through to early autumn, although even then the weather can be unpredictable

Centres

Tarbert on Harris and Stornoway on Lewis are the main centres, but reaching most walks will involve travel

Difficulty

maps of the area show few footpaths but this guide offers a selection of full days in the high hills with classic horseshoe routes, traverses and ridges, together with shorter, lower-level walks to world-famous heritage sites and antiquities

Must See

with stunning landscapes, spectacular wildlife and numerous antiquities, Harris and Lewis are one of the last refuges for walkers looking for memorable days out in a remote setting

June 2024

Walk 16 map

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