Isle of Kerrerar — A circular walk from the Ferry near Oban

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Isle of Kerrerar — A circular walk from the Ferry near Oban

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Isle of Kerrerar — A circular walk from the Ferry near Oban

03:05

11.1km

200m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: June 7, 2024

Tips

Includes an off-grid segment

Navigation instructions may be limited.

After 6.51 km for 84 m

Waypoints

Start point

Ferry Terminal

Get Directions

2.39 km

Kerrera Plateau

Highlight • Viewpoint

From the moorland plateau of Kerrera there are beautiful views towards the Islands across the Firth of Lorn, and the Scottish Mainland. The majority of the land here is used for sheep and cattle farming. There is a permanent population of around 68 people, resulting in a quiet and almost traffic free walking environment.

Tip by

6.72 km

Gylen Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Gylen Castle was originally built in 1582; however what you see now is the result of a huge restoration effort from Historic Scotland and the Clan McDougall. Located on the edge of the sea, this ruin is one of the iconic attractions of Kerrera.

Tip by

7.43 km

Kerrera Tea Garden

Highlight • Cafe

This warm and friendly cafe is usually open from Easter until September (Daily except Tuesdays and Wednesdays), this tea garden serves a range of delicious cakes, soups and drinks. They also run a bunkhouse if you are looking to stay on the Island.

Tip by

9.43 km

Little Horse Shoe Bay

Highlight • Beach

The Little Horse Shoe Bay is likely named after its distinctive shape. Across the Sound of Kerrera you can see the shoreline to the South of Oban. See if you can spot the small but distinctive Lighthouse, Sgeirean Dubha, in the waters to the South West.

Tip by

11.1 km

End point

Ferry Terminal

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.15 km

1.19 km

603 m

102 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.28 km

3.47 km

1.19 km

102 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 24 October

12°C

8°C

86 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

June 29, 2022,Schottland: Isle of Kerrera- Gylen Castle

Very nice hike with many views that go so well with the country: green meadows, sheep, water, boats, mountains. Well - hills.
It was a shame that the tea house wasn't open. The pretty signposts were promising 😀

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July 29, 2022,Isle of Kerrera

Wonderful circular walk with two absolute highlights: Gylen Castle and the nearby tea house, where there are delicious snacks between 11 am and 4 pm.

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February 7, 2022,Isle of Kerrera Loop from Glen Shellach

Never let the weather get you down. Started the walk in icy drizzle, which only got worse as the wind picked up. Got stopped by a friendly island woman who warned us that the next ferry might be the last one out. Bit of a pacy walk back to the pier, but what a bracing and wonderful adventure.

September 8, 2022,South Round Tour Kerrera

We got the tip to go west and across the island and then south on the ferry from a former islander. I can only recommend it. One has more of the island and is only once in peace. You only meet the main stream at the Cafe and Castle.

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