Walking Rum and the Small Isles

Rum, Eigg, Muck, Canna
This guidebook to walking and backpacking on Rum, Eigg, Muck and Canna includes a circuit of the Rum Cuillin, an ascent of An Sgurr (Eigg) and a 3-day trek around the coast of Rum. The 25 routes across the four islands of the Small Isles archipelago of Scotland are suitable for a range of abilities exploring coasts, mountains and wilderness.

Explore the rugged beauty of Rum and the surrounding Small Isles — a remote archipelago off Scotland’s west coast that includes Eigg, Muck and Canna. These islands offer a unique blend of dramatic mountains, coastal cliffs and rich wildlife habitats, making them a rewarding destination for walkers seeking quieter, less-travelled routes in the Inner Hebrides.

This comprehensive hiking guidebook from Cicerone provides everything you need to explore Rum and the Small Isles on foot, with carefully researched routes and practical advice for planning your trip. Featuring a range of walks suited to different experience levels, it combines clear route descriptions with essential information to help you navigate these remote Scottish islands with confidence.

• Discover 25 coastal and mountain walks (4–41km / 2–25 miles) across Rum, Eigg, Muck and Canna, offering a wide variety of routes through the landscapes of Scotland’s Inner Hebrides
• The guidebook also includes a challenging 3-day, 41km (25-mile) circuit around the coast of Rum, alongside shorter circular routes and linked trails to key island highlights
• Step-by-step route descriptions are supported by 1:50,000 OS mapping and GPX downloads, helping you visit iconic features such as the Rum Cuillin mountains and An Sgùrr on Eigg with confidence
• Practical planning advice includes transport, accommodation and logistics for travelling between islands, along with insights into local wildlife, geology and history
• Clear route summaries include distance, ascent and estimated time, allowing you to quickly compare options and plan your walking days efficiently - from easier coastal routes on Muck to more demanding mountain days on Rum

From dramatic volcanic ridges to remote coastal paths, this guidebook reveals the true character of the Small Isles. Make it your essential companion and start planning your next walking adventure in one of Scotland’s most peaceful and unspoilt destinations.

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