Walks from Dunvegan, Skye: Harbourside
Another lovely wee walk which starts and finishes in the village of Dunvegan on Skye, and handily takes you past the village’s lovely shops and cafes.
Summary
One of the best things about Skye is the fact it’s an island with abundant beautiful coastline! So take advantage of the sea and head along Dunvegan’s charming harbourside.
Walk or bike
Distance – 5km
Easy
Low bog factor
The route map
Directions
The water front dominates dunvegan village and main street which runs parrell to Loch Dunvegan. This walk shows you the points of access to the waterfront, ideal for bird and seal watching or to see the working Dunvegan harbor.
From Skye Lodge turn left out of the driveway then left to walk through Dunvegan village. The first and most obvious point is the car park and recycling point. Go down the skinny steps on the left and have a look for herons, oyster catchers and cormorants. Seals are often watching you back.
Continue along the street past the Tables Guest House and Alpaca Company, go down the steps next to the playpark and through the gate to access the community pier. You might see seals playing in the water or basking on the rocks opposite or further to your right.
Walking further out of the village there is a gate and gap in the fence where you can cross the field and come out between the jetty and the harbour for a less visited viewing spot.
The main fishing center is down the road a little further turn down the road next to the St. Kilda shop. Watch the boats coming in with their catch.
Highlights
Enjoying the calm of the waterfront
Look for the 500 strong seal colony
Try to buy fresh fish from the boats
Stop by St Kilda shop and Gallery
Photo Opportunities
Seals in the water and fishermen at work
Misty mornings with hazy waters
Golden sunsets with pink clouds reflected on the water
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