Quiraing
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- Kid B370 contributionsJaw droppingStunning scenery of towering cliffs above the ocean. Several hiking trails, but I only did a short part of one due to time considerations. But I plan on returning for more. It's a quintessential Scottish hike.Visited October 2023Travelled with familyWritten 8 October 2023
- Jon mellish32 contributionsRanked as the number 1 attraction but there are others as good.The scenery is stunning. Parking at the top fills up quickly. The cemetery car park is not an option. The access road is single track with passing places which are sometimes blocked by vehicles taking photos and is quite steep with a hairpin and unsighted corners. The foot path starts well but becomes narrow quite a long way from the main features. The path traverses a slope which some might find unnerving. Certainly many who started the walk turned back. We are in our 60’s and although I would have carried on in the rain my wife would not. Many of those doing the walk did not have sturdy foot ware or waterproofs which alas is all too common on Skye.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 15 October 2023
- Thomas GAmsterdam, The Netherlands1,870 contributionsGorgeousThis view is one of the best in Scotland and that makes this very special. You only have to pay for a a parking spot, The total hike takes about 2 hours, but you can stop whenever you want. The crowds are a bit annoying, but the views will make up for it.Visited August 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 17 October 2023
- Krista R65 contributionsAbsolutely BreathtakingWe did the entire loop and noticed that we were the only ones who did and now we know why 😅. Very boggy on the way back and the trail was a little difficult to navigate. They may have fixed the trail by now because they were flying in rock for the trail by helicopter when we were there. One of the best views I have ever seen . I couldn’t get over how beautiful it was.Visited January 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 12 January 2024
- JFWhiteMoncton, Canada6,677 contributionsNice WalkVery complicating hike. Not for the physically limited/disabled. Car park is a paid parking. When leading up to the trail, it is recommended you do it counter-clockwise to make it a bit easier. As if mid-june, there is a lot of constructions in the second/last part of the trail and it can be quite dangerous. On the highest place of the hill, trail is very complicated to find and is not marked at all. I highly recommend you download the ALL TRAIL app to make it a lot easier!Visited June 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 24 June 2024
- Linus W38 contributionsAmazing views once you secure a parking spotThe road leading up to the site is single tracked with roaming sheep but paved and a fairly easy ride. The parking lot is small and it took some five minutes to secure a slot so take that into account when planning. The walk was just amazing with beautiful views and fairly untouched nature, ensure proper clothing with boots and fairly good physical condition. Bring snacks and enjoy a three hour adventure in one of the most fabulous places in the world.Visited June 2024Travelled with familyWritten 25 June 2024
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Martin C
Sheffield, UK597 contributions
Sept 2020 • Couples
The single track windy road (with passing places) takes you right up into the hills. There are car parks( you have to buy ticket £3 for 3 hours) at the top but these get really full and a lot of cars were parking on the verges on the road. The views from there are breath taking ( we were there on lovely sunny day). There is also a nice walk you can do (we didn’t). Like so many of the major attractions on Skye the infrastructure can’t cope with numbers of tourists hence too little parking. Also noticed the grassy areas were getting eroded as people weren’t sticking to paths.
Written 25 September 2020
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Sagar D
United Kingdom571 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
The views afforded by this walk are incredible and among the most memorable we enjoyed in Scotland. There’s a circuit route taking you back to the carpark. The pathway on the outward leg (lower route) is well demarcated and not too steep or difficult. Walking shoes or boots recommended. Poles, if you have them, a good idea. The final descent on the return to the car park wasn’t fun. There’s no clear path. It’s very muddy, steep and slippery and we lost footing even with sticks. Not enjoyable at all. Had we known this, we would have backtracked rather than follow the circuit route. Allow 3-4 hours for the circuit walk.
The car park is pay and display but the meter (annoyingly) wasn’t accepting cards so do take coins.
The car park is pay and display but the meter (annoyingly) wasn’t accepting cards so do take coins.
Written 11 October 2020
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Evie B
Bath, UK156 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
We completed the walk in just under 2 hours. Taking the steep hill first and then coming back via the lower path. I would recommend this way around for the best views and to get the hardest part of the walk done first.
Make sure you wear proper footwear as it’s quite wet is some places and rocky in others. However most of the route is a clear easy path.
The scenery is stunning and makes this a great walk.
We paid £5 for parking to get 6 hours as the recommended walk time was 3-4 hours but could easily have paid less for 3 hours parking and still had time to spare.
Make sure you wear proper footwear as it’s quite wet is some places and rocky in others. However most of the route is a clear easy path.
The scenery is stunning and makes this a great walk.
We paid £5 for parking to get 6 hours as the recommended walk time was 3-4 hours but could easily have paid less for 3 hours parking and still had time to spare.
Written 28 October 2020
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Vanessa
Greenock, UK22 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
This is a tremendously rugged and spectacular drive, incredibly atmospheric. To avoid the crowds, do the drive in the evening where you will be treated to amazing views (drivers don’t take your eyes off the very narrow, winding road!). Each time I’m in Skye I do the ‘north end’ and always drive thru the Quiraing. Not to be missed.
Written 1 June 2021
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colehill chancer
Ferndown, UK187 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Access to the Quiraing is along a single track road and the views from the car as you approach give you a taster of what’s to come. The car park is pay and display and the machines take cards. The weather gods were shining the day we did the walk and the views as you make your way along the well defined path must be some of the best on the whole of Skye. Some parts of the path are pretty tricky and care should be taken. Apparently you can do a circular route but we walked approx 2 miles in and then came back the same way. There is a stone wall which has been broken in places and we used this landmark as the end point. If you scrabble up the hill to the right of the wall you can gain superb views across to to the island of Raasay. Worth mentioning that just a few hundred metres or so from the start of the walk is The Lone Tree. Keep your eyes peeled to the right and in a gully you will see the tree. You can get fabulous shots by climbing down into the gully but it is pretty much a shear drop so be very careful. As with any walk of this nature sturdy footwear and warm / waterproof clothing are a must
Written 5 August 2020
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Voyage701156
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Aug 2023
This walk was nothing short of magical, spiritual even.
Fortunately we were staying in Uig and were able to begin the well before 07h00 when few others were present. The weather was another gift - sun with little cloudiness - a rarity we were told. The treat we were about to experience was nothing short of extraordinary.
The sun coming up and casting shadows upon the majestic mountain structures was an another unexpected gift. Each turn, and so many of them, simply left us more breathless than the preceding moment - from the beauty, not the effort of the walk. What was striking our visual cortex was taxing our comprehension for its almost painful beauty.
One last thing, many folks ended their walk at the first 'fence' and did not proceed to the entire loop. If the time is available then do the entire trail to fully appreciate the experience.
Summarily, a walk of a lifetime!!
Fortunately we were staying in Uig and were able to begin the well before 07h00 when few others were present. The weather was another gift - sun with little cloudiness - a rarity we were told. The treat we were about to experience was nothing short of extraordinary.
The sun coming up and casting shadows upon the majestic mountain structures was an another unexpected gift. Each turn, and so many of them, simply left us more breathless than the preceding moment - from the beauty, not the effort of the walk. What was striking our visual cortex was taxing our comprehension for its almost painful beauty.
One last thing, many folks ended their walk at the first 'fence' and did not proceed to the entire loop. If the time is available then do the entire trail to fully appreciate the experience.
Summarily, a walk of a lifetime!!
Written 21 August 2023
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Camper04307448602
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Aug 2023 • Family
As an average driver I was stressed a bit driving through Quiraing, but there were enough passing places, and except two steeper and sharper curves the drive was easy. Once you get used to these passing places, study and respect the rules, you will be fine anywhere on Skye. We arrived between 10-11. The parking lot spreads further than visible at the first sight, so it was still possible to park, when we were leaving, it was full. When we arrived, there was an inspector checking parking tickets, so make sure to pay for it. We did’t walk the full walk due mobility issues, but if you pay 3 hours parking, walk few hundred meters into the path, amazing views already open. Even for that it is worth it. We were there when the weather was ideal, sunny and warm, so we were sitting there and just enjoying the view. We drove from east to west, it was ideal drive. Please don’t park in passing places and take photos. It makes the drive so much more difficult. Stop only at marked parking places. Take the pictures from the top main car park. This will be my best memory of Skye, could be also yours.
Written 15 August 2023
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rayrest
Fenton, UK7,984 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
This is a medium hike that just keeps giving and is about 4 to 5 miles. There is some very easy rock climbing involved and some careful hiking needed. Hiking boots and sticks essential. Very large chargeable carpark, machine takes card. No toilets. Easy to follow path.
Written 5 May 2022
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Byron S
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May 2022 • Family
Looked at a few of the reviews.... Generally I would say it was an easy walk in except for one tiny scramble, but take your time and it's fine. If you want the table there is a 1:1 slope which gets a liite challenging as you pass through a corridor in the cliff face, but again take your time and it is fine there is no sheer drop to deal with whatever. The table is sublime more than worth the effort. Or there is I path that takes you in over the top, but not so much fun. As for the popularity, get there at 8am, you'll be there and on your way back before it gets busy. Best bacon rolls from the liitle hut, and the guy who runs it is very friendly. Have pity on him he is there in foul and fair weather, check out his storm ties and imagine why they might be needed on a clear day. A clear day is a promise. If you get some sun this is a top ten experience in the world. The table is atmospheric to say the least, in the sun or more so in the mist, push on to it and you will not be disappointed.
Written 31 May 2022
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smashin99uk
Scotland511 contributions
Apr 2022
We were only a short drive from the Quitaing so visited one morning, the car park was very busy and charge £3 per car. We walked a short distance and took many photos. Glad we visited at a quieter time of the season.
Written 17 April 2022
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Where do yo start this loop? And would it be suitable for a confident 3 yr old (Even just the easier first half)
Written 16 April 2024
Sriparna S
Bengaluru, India
Hi , how is the weather in April and May 1st half? planning to visit with kids below 10 years old. coming from south Asia, hot place.
Written 28 July 2022
I was there in Mid May...raining half the day sun half the day. you never can tell. my guide said. best time to come back is Sept.
mid summer im sure is best for weather but worst for crowds of people..
Written 31 July 2022
Cuánto se tarda en hacer el camino de ida y vuelta? Gracias
Written 16 March 2020
Ist die Wanderung sehr anstrengend oder auch für ältere Menschen zu bewältigen?
Written 28 October 2019
La randonnée est accessible pour les personnes agées car il n'y a pas trop de dénivelé sur la première partie et il n'y a pas de risque de chute si vous restez sur le chemin.
Die Wanderung ist für ältere Menschen zugänglich, da der erste Teil nicht zu uneben ist und keine Sturzgefahr besteht, wenn Sie auf dem Weg bleiben.
The hike is accessible for the elderly because there is not too much unevenness on the first part and there is no risk of falling if you stay on the way.
Written 8 December 2019
Is there a loop that you can follow, like a scenic drive?
Written 15 October 2019
Has anyone visited the Quirang in November? I'm assuming that the crowds will not be anywhere near as big. What can we expect for weather? Is there much hope at all of there being any non-overcast skies? Is there a possibility of having any snow?
Written 2 August 2019
Hi, the weather this time of year is very unpredictable, it could be wind and rain and very cold, or clear and dry and cold. If you don’t mind the cold and are ready for whatever the weather throws at you then you will be fine. You will need to dress appropriately - proper walking gear, expect snow and ice above a certain height at the tops of mountains. If you get cold weather and blue skies in Scotland in the winter the views can be very clear and dramatic. Oh - and shorter daylight hours by then!
Written 2 August 2019
Jak dlugo sie wchodzi na gore ? Wybieram sie tam w styczniu i szybko ciemno sie robi z tad to pytanie.
Written 29 December 2018
How long we need to visit it? I would like to organise one day trip in Skye
Written 28 July 2018
Just drive there by car. Take the exit behind Stenscholl. Best to be there early in the morning, the place is well visited. The walk is easy, but it can be slippery.
Written 4 August 2018
Easier to go up to the left from the upper parking lot vs around to the right and then up. That’s a steeper way
Written 18 July 2018
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