While no walking trip to Rum would be complete without a traverse of the Cuillin (one of the best scrambly ridges in Scotland), there's plenty more to go at elsewhere on this stunning island nature reserve. Head out to the small-but-impressive hills of Rum's wild west for something a little different - rugged coastal scenery, a good chance of complete solitude and memorable views of not one but two (count em) Cuillin ridges. There's plenty of wildlife too, from hordes of deer to possible sea eagles. No sign of any flightless, self-pitying green ducks in nappies though. Sorry. That was Orval.
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Difficulty: DifficultDistance: 17.80 miles (28.65 km)
Total ascent: 1,071m
Steepest Gradient: 48% (1 in 2)
Time: 8 – 10 hours (Walking)
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Start/Finish:Kinloch - let's say the ferry slipway, NM411991
Nearest town:
Mallaig
Terrain:
A stony 4WD track to start, then a long boggy stalker’s path to the coast. There's some rough pathless ground mixed with occasional traces of trail up on the hills, then an excellent path in descent.
Public transport:
Caledonian MacBrayne ferry from Mallaig on the Mainland. There are only a handful of sailings per week, each way, so check the timetable before you start planning your trip. No cars allowed on the island, though bikes would be an advantage on this route. http://www.calmac.co.uk/ 0800 066 5000
Maps:
OS Explorer 397 (1:25,000), OS Landranger 39 (1:50,000), OS Landranger 32 (1:50,000)
Accommodation:
Kinloch Castle hostel - recently closed for repairs with temporary replacement accommodation being provided for the 2013 season (01687) 462037 Ivy Cottage Guesthouse B&B, plus a small caravan to let (01687) 462744 Kinloch Village Campsite: Most visitors choose this option. Basic but cheap seashore camping mid-way between the ferry pier and Kinloch Castle.
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Weather and Hill Conditions:
mwis: Northwest Highlands – Met Office: West Highlands
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