The best running trails in Hoy And West Mainland
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Last updated: October 15, 2025
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1. Cuilags, Old Man of Hoy and Rackwick running loop — Orkney Islands
20.8km
02:19
600m
600m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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2. Volunteers’ battery loop from Stromness
9.30km
00:59
70m
70m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3. View of the Old Man of Hoy – View of Rackwick Bay loop from Rackwick
9.03km
01:11
240m
240m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4. Volunteers’ battery loop from Stromness
9.89km
01:06
130m
130m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5. Ness of Brodgar loop from Stenness
5.15km
00:36
10m
10m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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