Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

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Start point

Parking

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2.04 km

Dùn Èistean

Please note that at present the bridge to Dùn Èistean is CLOSED until further notice, whilst structural repairs are awaited.

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7.01 km

Butt of Lewis Lighthouse

Built to aid shipping in the 1860's, it's unusual in that it remained unpainted and is a plain brick tower. This was one of the last lighthouses to be automated …

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14.0 km

The Breakwater Cafe

The Breakwater Cafe (used to be called Sonas) serves all of the usual cafe food with a more resturaunt style menu in the evenings. Great views across the harbour especially in the dark.

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End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.92 km

3.58 km

1.69 km

1.44 km

1.40 km

Surfaces

7.32 km

3.58 km

2.59 km

409 m

140 m

Elevation

Weather

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Thursday 9 October

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The Butt of Lewis loop from Port of Ness — Isle of Lewis

Dùn Èistean

Butt of Lewis Lighthouse

The Breakwater Cafe

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