Walks from Dunvegan, Skye: Gleann Airigh

One of many beautiful walks you can enjoy which start and end in Dunvegan village.

Summary

A wild walk to a viewpoint just above Dunvegan Village. Take your time to soak in the sites. This journey is an out and back - use the journey to appreciate all the little details of the route and see what new things you find on your return journey.

Walk or bike
Full out and back – 11km
Medium bog factor
Easy to medium depending on distance (you can cut it short if you like, as it is a linear route).

Directions

From the Skye Lodge guesthouse leave the driveway going up the hill towards the main road. Go all the way through Dunvegan village staying on the coastal road until you reach the carpark for Dunvegan castle on your right.
Enter the car park, past the castle shop, do not go up to the higher section but go towards the river. The gate to the path is on the left side of the river; note there may be cars parked in front of it making it harder to see.
The path from here is wide and obvious to follow, but may become boggy in places. You can walk as far as you like. The complete path will bring you out on the A850 around 5.5 km away from Dunvegan, with the only option being to walk along the road or retrace your steps.

Options

You could start or end the walk by joining the 2 church walk, or by checking out some of the jetty viewing points detailed in the Harbourside walk, or add on a couple of km to view the Fairy Bridge.

Highlights

Beautiful views a stone’s throw from the village.
Very high chance of seeing eagles along this route.
A good option for a morning run which avoids the main road.
Takes you through woodlands and moorlands with lovely wild flowers in spring and summer.

Photo Highlights

Capture the wide sweeping views over Dunvegan
Notice tiny details like moss and lichen.
In winter, find icicles. In autumn, catch golden leaves as the fall.

Looking to visit Skye? Stay with us in Dunvegan. Contact us on 07484228711 / 01470 521387 or email info@skyelodge.co.uk.

Skye Lodge: a spectacular accommodation house with stunning views situated beside Loch Dunvegan, offering families, groups and couples the perfect base to explore - and be inspired - by Skye and beyond.