The best walks and hikes in the Outer Hebrides
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Scotland? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of hikes and walking routes in the Outer Hebrides to bring you the best hiking routes in the region. To see which of our walks in the Outer Hebrides is the right one for you, browse real tips and photos uploaded by other hikers—and see what they had to say about each walk.
Last updated: October 13, 2025
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1. RSPB Balranald Nature Trail loop
5.67km
01:27
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2. A loop of Scalpay Island — Outer Hebrides
10.2km
02:45
140m
140m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3. North Harris Eagle Observatory & Loch Scourst — Outer Hebrides
6.65km
01:46
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4. Eilean Glas Lighthouse from Ceann a' Bhaigh — South Harris
5.39km
01:27
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5. Clisham / An Cliseam summit — North Harris
5.33km
02:34
600m
600m
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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