Walking
on the Isle of Mull and especially the Ross of Mull is fun, challenging,
and uplifting. John and Jane with their dogs Megan and Lainie have
walked all of the walks on this page plus many more we have yet to
detail and describe. Seaview is a member of the Walkers
Welcomescheme run by Visit Scotland.
This means you can be assured of an extra warm welcome, somewhere to dry
out your clothes and boots, a laundry service, packed lunches and hot
flasks, advice, guidance and information on all walks in the area plus
much more. We understand your needs after a days
walking and do our best
to relieve the aches, pains and tired feet.
For information about your
responsibility as a walker enjoying access to some of the most beautiful
scenic landscapes in the world visit Scotland's Open Access Code
Below is a map of the main
walks on the
south of Mull (also known as the Ross of Mull) and the Isle of Iona. Either
mouse over and click on the
blue buttons on the map to go to the walks
in that area or scroll down and read a description for each walk.
Click on the link to go to the walk's full route, description and scenic
photos.
Further information for walkers can be found on the following websites:
Mull Magic ;
Walking World ;
Mountaineering Scotland
; Walking
Highlands
The Ross of Mull peninsula and Iona
Click on the name of the walk to
link you through to the route details
Walk 1: Ardtun—Fossil Leaf Beds and Columnar
Basalt Cliffs. An easy short coastal walk below and above
basalt cliffs with interesting geology and spectacular views. Ground tending to
be wet and slippery, good waterproof walking boots required.
Walk 2:
Camas Tuath (North
Bay) A
short walk across open moor land on the Ross of Mull to a narrow bay. A
bonnie quiet spot with historic cottages.
Walk 3:
Carsaig Arches
A
long walk below the dramatic Carsaig Cliffs taking in the spectacular
sea views, cliffs and varying wildlife arriving at the natural basalt arches
of Malcolm's Point, another geological wonder of Mull.
Walk 4:
The Isle
of Erraid An
excursion to the tidal island lying just off the south west corner of the
Ross of Mull. It has historical connections with the relatives of the
famous writer Robert Louis Stevenson, who was part of the 'Stevenson
lighthouse family' and who was best known for his adventure story entitled
'Kidnapped'.
Lochbuie
Standing Stones, Moy Castle and Laggan Sands Combine a day out with a drive to Loch Buie
and two short walks and a longer walk to the Standing Stones
and the Maclaine stronghold of Moy Castle in the scenic and historic glen of Lochbuie
plus a longer walk to Laggan Sands. All three walks are in the setting of the magnificent backdrop
of Ben Buie.
Walk 10:
Fionnphort Beach -
Tormore Pier - Tormore Quarry
A
short rugged coastal walk along the scenic Iona Sand. Enjoy stunning
seascapes and views to Iona and Abbey and explore the history of the
Tormore Quarries.
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Walking
on the Isle of Mull and especially the Ross of Mull is fun, challenging,
and uplifting. John and Jane with their dogs Megan and Lainie have
walked all of the walks on this page plus many more we have yet to
detail and describe. Seaview is a member of the
