The high point of the lovely Isle of Raasay may be a mere 444m above sea level, but it's a characterful little hill with a distinctive sawn-off summit that is recognisable from afar. What's more, on its eastern flank Dun Caan achieves its full height in just over 1km, a steep craggy slope that gives it a real mountain feel. With Torridon to the northeast and the Cuillin arrayed across the southern horizon, it's quite a viewpoint too. This quick, easy ascent gives you a massive bang for your buck.
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Difficulty: EasyDistance: 3.45 miles (5.56 km)
Total ascent: 319m
Time: 2 hours (Walking)
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Start/Finish:Small car park beside the minor road that runs south-north along the island. The start of the walk is signposted, NG560405
Nearest town:
Portree
Terrain:
A clear, well-drained path that makes light work of the otherwise rough and boggy terrain of Raasay's interior. The final summit ascent is quite steep.
Public transport:
Calmac ferry from Sconser on Skye to the new terminal at Churchtown Bay on Raasay
Maps:
OS Explorer 409 (1:25,000), OS Explorer 410 (1:25,000), OS Landranger 24 (1:50,000), OS Landranger 32 (1:50,000)
Accommodation:
Hostel style rooms in Raasay House Hotel https://www.raasay-house.co.uk/hostel-accommodation-near-skye
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Weather and Hill Conditions:
mwis: Northwest Highlands – Met Office: West Highlands
Tourist info:
Portree (0845 22 55 121); Broadford (0845 22 55 121); Kyle of Lochalsh (0845 22 55 121)
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