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 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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