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The Small Isles

The best running trails in The Small Isles

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Running in The Small Isles is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in The Small Isles—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 21, 2025

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1. The Rum Cuillin & Dibidil Bothy loop from the Ferry — Rum, Inner Hebrides

23.2km

05:06

1,390m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Cleadale & Sgòrr an Fharaidh loop — Eigg, Inner Hebrides

6.16km

00:49

290m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. An Sgùrr loop from Galmisdale

8.73km

01:12

350m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4. Bidein an Tighearna loop from Cleadale

6.32km

00:50

290m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Lochan na Crannaig loop from Kilchoan

14.4km

01:34

210m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in The Small Isles

1. The Rum Cuillin & Dibidil Bothy loop from the Ferry — Rum, Inner Hebrides

2. Cleadale & Sgòrr an Fharaidh loop — Eigg, Inner Hebrides

3. An Sgùrr loop from Galmisdale

4. Bidein an Tighearna loop from Cleadale

5. Lochan na Crannaig loop from Kilchoan

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