22-04-2025
Five of the best coastal walks in Scotland
Scotland's islands are a promised land of cracking coastal walks, especially in the coming months when their lonely cliffs are a raucous riot of nesting seabirds. Here Lisa Drewe, the author of the brilliant Islandeering, picks out five of her favourite coastal walks.
An edge-of-the-world circuit over Foula's highest summits, with towering cliffs, wild moorland and elemental sea views. Start at the ferry quay, following the coast past Da Voe before climbing steeply to Da Kame — one of the highest sea cliffs in Britain. Continue to Da Sneug's summit cairn, then descend before a final ascent to Da Noup. Return via rolling grasslands. Remote, and unforgettable. Details 8.3 miles, 6-7.5hr, challenging
A spectacular circular walk through a dramatic nature reserve that's home to
