Rubha Hunish

A WORLD AWAY ON THE ISLE OF SKYE
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There are still places on The Isle of Skye where it is possible to escape the crowds. At Rubha Hunish, on the northernmost reach of the island, you can walk until there is no more land.

On a clear day, you can gaze from the cliffs across the Minch to the Outer Hebrides and watch Cormorants and Gannets glide through the eddies. If you are lucky, you may be rewarded by sightings of Dolphins and Minke Whales.

If the weather is bad you can view this ever-changing canvas of sea, sky, and light through the 180-degree bay window of the Lookout Bothy – a refurbished coastal watch station. There is even a pair of binoculars provided. If you find it difficult to tear yourself away why not spend a night in the Bothy?

On the way to the Lookout Bothy, you will pass Erisco, a collection of abandoned crofts from the land clearances in the 19th century. This land has been occupied since the time of the Vikings, and this intertwined heritage is reflected in the name ‘Hunish’ which comes from Old Norse, meaning “headland of the bear cub”.

Photography notes: Fuji GFX 50R digital

PRACTICALITIES

The 6km walk to Rubha Hunish and back begins from a small car park near a red telephone box on the A855 from Uig.

See the route on All Trails

STAY

Garraidh Ghorm Pod, a well equipped camping pod.
Tulm Bay 3 bedroom property with sea views.
Island Coorie a modern property with sea views.

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