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The Isle of Skye is famed throughout the world for its breathtaking scenery. Here at Carter’s Rest, we have some stunning walks right on our doorstep. Take a look at some of our favorites below.
Start from the end of the road to Ramasaig, park carefully to allow farm vehicles to pass. A mixture of track, pathless ground and excellent cliff-top walking. You will pass the ruins of Ramasaig onto the ruins of Lorgill, and around The Hoe to Hoe Rape, watch for nesting birds, loop back to Ramasaig. Enjoy views over the Minch to the Western Isles, Waterstein Head and Neist Point.
Park at the road end to Neist Point. A short walk visiting Neist Point, the dramatic westernmost point of Skye’s headlands. Good concrete steps and path to the Lighthouse and a short walk over grass to the interesting rocks that break away into the sea like a collapsed city. Good for scrambling, playing, fishing and watching the wildlife.
Cliffs for abseiling. ‘An t-Aigeach’, is the high cliff rearing up midway along the path. Views are to the Islands of Uist, Benbecula, Canna and Rhum, Moonen Bay and the imposing Western Cliffs of Skye. This is also the site of a 1800C shipwreck, hence the building of the Light House. The Light House is now automated and the huge Fog Horn is still there but no longer in use.