Walks from Dunvegan, Skye: The Two Churches Walk
One of many beautiful walks you can enjoy which start and end in Dunvegan village.
Summary
Sweeping views with a sense of local history to boot
Walk
Just 5km
Easy
Medium bog factor
The route map
Directions
From Skye Lodge go out the driveway and turn left, then left again towards the village. You can choose to walk clockwise or anticlockwise and there are several points of access. Officially the trail starts at the Church of Scotland or through the gate opposite Kilmuir road. Alternatives are via St. Mary’s Church, or up the steps to the memorial and continue up the hill to the Druirinish stone. The last option is opposite the Castle holiday cottages as marked on google maps through a wooden gate covered in moss.
The trail is popular with locals and paths are well trodden so can get muddy. The Church of Scotland could seem not very impressive in itself, but look for the painted windows. The wooded part of the trail has been decorated with fairies and other surprises. At the junction turn up the hill, down will take you back to the road is opposite the Castle holiday cottages.
The top section goes across open moor with sweeping views of the loch and Macloed’s tables and on clear days the Cullins. Following the trail will eventually take you down to the A850 or look for a small gate to head to the standing stone and from here to the old church yard or down the steeper side of the hill to the war memorial.
Views along the way
Highlights
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 Opportunities
The Duirinish Stone: erected in 2000 to celebrate the new millennium. Set in a concrete base, it stands approximately 5m high and was erected by hand. Its strikes an iconic shape amongst the mountains - go at sunrise or sunset.
Evocative portrait shots taken amongst the ruins of the church.
For kids: fairies hidden in the woods! How many can they catch on camera?
Looking to stay on 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.
