The Isle of Skye

Walks and scrambles throughout Skye, including the Cuillin
Guidebook with 87 walks and scrambles on the Isle of Skye. Walks visit the most awe-inspiring scenery on Skye, including Sleat and south-east Skye, Strath, Minginish, Duirinish, Waternish, Trotternish and the Cuillin. Walks range from coastal walks to Munros with exposure for experienced scramblers. Includes history, geology and local information.

Rugged, dramatic and endlessly atmospheric, the Isle of Skye is one of Scotland’s most spectacular walking destinations. From the jagged Black Cuillin to the wild coastal cliffs and surreal rock formations of Trotternish, this Inner Hebridean island offers some of the most varied and inspiring hiking landscapes in the UK.

This comprehensive Cicerone guidebook helps you explore the Isle of Skye on foot with confidence, featuring 87 walks and scrambles across the island. Covering everything from shorter coastal routes to demanding mountain days in the Cuillin, it combines detailed route descriptions with practical planning advice and expert local insight.

• These 87 walks and scrambles across the Isle of Skye explore diverse regions including Sleat, Strath, Minginish, Duirinish, Waternish and Trotternish, from quiet coastal paths to rugged Highland mountain routes
• Routes range from 2–23km (1–15 miles), making the guidebook suitable for relaxed day walks and full mountain adventures across Skye’s wild landscapes, for both beginners and experienced hikers
• Highlights along the way include the iconic Cuillin mountains, as well as classic viewpoints, dramatic sea cliffs and remote glens that define hillwalking in the Scottish Highlands
• Each walking route is supported by 1:50,000 Ordnance Survey mapping, helping you navigate confidently through Skye’s rugged terrain and remote mountain environments
• Practical information is provided to help you plan your walking holiday, including access points from key centres such as Portree and Broadford, plus advice on facilities, accommodation, and travel around the island

Whether you’re planning your first walking trip to the Isle of Skye or returning to explore deeper into its mountains and coastlines, this guidebook provides everything you need to plan memorable adventures. Discover hidden glens, climb iconic peaks and experience the raw beauty of Skye — one of the most unforgettable walking destinations in Scotland.

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