These two flat-topped mountains dominate the landscape of the Duirinish peninsula in the north-west of Skye. Their Gaelic names are Healabhal Mhòr (1,539 ft) and Healabhal Bheag (1,601 ft). On a good day the steep walk to the summit of either of the two tables will be rewarded with spectacular views Read More
MacLeod’s Maidens
Three impressive sea stacks at the south end of the Duirinish peninsula. According to legend they are the drowned wife and two daughters of one of the Chiefs of the Clan MacLeod. They can be reached by following a foot path from Orbost. If you have a bit of time, it is well-worth meandering along Read More
Coral Beaches
On a sunny day this must be one of the best places to go with a young family. Just dream the day away sitting in the hot sand and watching the children play by the sea. Although its name suggests otherwise, the Coral Beach is actually made from crushed, white, coral-like seaweed, and not coral. Read More
Neist Point
Neist Point has become one of the most popular places to visit in the Glendale area. It is a rocky peninsula with a Stevenson-built lighthouse perched right on the edge of the cliff. The rocks are alive with sea birds and if you are lucky you can even get a glimpse of whales, basking sharks or Read More
Quiraing
Located at the northern end of the Trotternish Ridge, the Quiraing is an area of the most unlikely rock formations, cliffs and scree slopes. The three most well-known formations are the table, needle and prison. The maze of rocks gives this area an almost magical feel, especially when the cloud is Read More
Old Man of Storr
The Storr is the best-known of the hills of the Trotterish Ridge. A landslip on one side of the hill has left behind a myriad of rock formations, the most famous of which is the rock stack Old Man of Storr. A good place for views to the neighbouring island of Raasay. Read More
Kilt Rock
Its gigantic basalt columns make this sea cliff resemble the pleats of a kilt. If you stop at the big car park on the road from Portree to Staffin, you can also admire a huge waterfall on the edge of the cliff. Especially on a breezy day that can be a very impressive sight, as the water sometimes Read More
Cuillins
How can one sum up these majestic hills? The jagged peaks of Cuillin ridge tower over the centre of the island and seem almost out of place with their long row of rocky spikes. They are frequently compared to Alpine territory and offer a challenge to anyone who likes hillwalking, scrambling or Read More
Loch Coriusk
Sitting right in the heart of the Cuillin Hills, Loch Coruisk must be one of Scotland's most beautiful freshwater lochs. It can be reached by foot from Elgol or Sligachan, or by taking a boat trip from Elgol. If you opt for the comfortable journey by boat, you will be going past a seal colony and Read More
Glenbrittle Campsite
Voted the No.1 UK campsite by the Daily Telegraph and located on the rugged West coast of the Isle of Skye at the foot of the Black Cuillin mountain range and the shore of Loch Brittle, Glenbrittle Campsite is an attractive antidote to the pressures of modern living. An ideal base camp for some of Read More
Balmacara Estate and Lochalsh Woodland
Covering 2,550 hectares (6,330 acres) on the Lochalsh peninsula, this traditional Highland crofting estate is a diverse mix of Scotland’s most beautiful landscapes. It encompasses croft and farm land, woodland, moorland, villages, coastline, saltmarsh, lochs and offshore islands, and offers stunning Read More