Kyle of Durness Circular Walk
Kyle of Durness Circular Walk

Kyle of Durness Circular Walk

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Kyle of Durness Circular Walk

Kyle of Durness Circular Walk

Distance: 6.6mi
Elevation: 912ft
Time: 2.5-3.5h

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The Kyle of Durness Circular Walk packs a punch when it comes to the scenery! Gaze out into the coastline, pass a crumbling old school, and check out views of a quaint loch. At times, the path hugs close to the edges of cliffs, so take care along these sections.

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Getting there

The Kyle of Durness Circular Walk starts from Balnakeil Car Park.

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Backcountry Campground

No

When to do

May-October

Pets allowed

On-Leash-not recommended

Family friendly

No

Route Signage

Average

Crowd Levels

Moderate

Route Type

Circuit


Kyle of Durness Circular Walk
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Kyle of Durness Circular Walk Description

The Kyle of Durness Circular Walk traverses by a highlight reel of views! The varied scenery will keep you well entertained. Setting out from the car park, you’ll pass by Durness golf club, which follows a path hugging the coastline. This section may take you close to the edges of cliffs, which is why dogs should either stay at home or keep them close on a leash. Bring layers for this section as well—it can be exposed to high winds.

Enjoy travelling along a set of stunning beaches before reaching a ferry terminal, where you can wait under a shelter if it’s super rainy out. Following this, you’ll traverse some roads before going left on a path that takes you back to the starting point. However, on your way back, you’ll pass the crumbling ruins of an old school and a small loch!

After, continue heading back to your car to complete the circuit.

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