Walk

The Quiraing

Staffin, Scotland

Landslip scenery with a high path under cliffs, reached via a single-track pass.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
3 hours
The Quiraing
N Chadwick · CC BY-SA 2.0

The Quiraing is a slow-moving landslip of grassy pinnacles and cliffs on the Trotternish ridge. The classic walk follows a high path from the pass summit to the Prison and the Needle. The road up from Staffin to Uig is narrow and steep.

Good to know

  • Roads are single-track with passing places
  • Path has loose drops, stay on the track
  • Weather changes fast, carry layers
Best time
Early morning or late evening
Getting there
Car park at summit of the Staffin to Uig road
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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