Top 20 Caves 고원

Breeding area of thousands of seabirds and spectacular rocky gorge

a nice spot for a snack break. eneterance is quite low so you might need to take your rucksack off before entering.

A very impressive view. Accessible via a well-maintained footpath.

Rocky coves and narrow passage to other side

Fantastic

After the heart-wrenching defeat at the Battle of Culloden in 1746, Bonnie Prince Charlie became a fugitive, weaving through the mystical Highlands and islands of Scotland. His journey is a legendary tale of resilience and loyalty, where many brave Scots risked their lives to aid him. One place he took refuge on his journey was a cave on the coast near Elgol. With the unwavering support of local allies, including the illustrious Flora MacDonald, he managed to stay hidden. Flora MacDonald famously disguised him as her maid, “Betty Burke,” to help him escape to the Isle of Skye. The cave itself stands as a powerful symbol of the Prince’s desperate flight and the steadfast loyalty of the Highlanders who supported him.

Uamh Oir, also known as the Cave of Gold, is a fascinating sea cave located on the Isle of Skye, near Kilmuir. This remote and rarely visited cave is renowned for its striking hexagonal basalt columns.

Quite a popular little hike, so it's quite busy. The caves aren't really that impressive - apart from their age and the finds, they're quite small - but there's a really strong spring on the way, which basically creates a fairly large stream on the side of the path.