View of Sands of Evie – Sands of Evie Beach loop from Broch of Gurness settlement

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View of Sands of Evie – Sands of Evie Beach loop from Broch of Gurness settlement

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View of Sands of Evie – Sands of Evie Beach loop from Broch of Gurness settlement

00:49

7.59km

60m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.47 km

View of Sands of Evie

Highlight • Beach

7.07 km

Sands of Evie Beach

Highlight • Beach

Beautiful and wild sandy beach in the crook of the Aiker Ness headland. Perfect spot for a rest and maybe some lunch.
If you can ride to the end of …

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7.59 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.74 km

1.20 km

1.02 km

629 m

Surfaces

4.84 km

1.20 km

1.02 km

529 m

Elevation

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Monday 9 November

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View of Sands of Evie – Sands of Evie Beach loop from Broch of Gurness settlement

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