Mallaig Circular Walk

Date: Wednesday, 11 April

Distance: 2-3 miles

Route: Around Mallaig

Not really on a par with our walking on the West Highland Way, but we couldn’t resist taking the train over the “Harry Potter viaduct” at Glenfinnan on the Fort William to Mallaig line, and whilst we were in Mallaig it seemed wrong to not at least have a small wander around. As you can see, it was a beautiful day.

There are a number of walks around Mallaig, which are detailed on a board by the quay-side. Mallaig is the stopping-off point for ferries to the islands of Eigg, Rum and Skye, and there are great views across to the islands from the Circular Walk, which starts on some steps from the car park and follows a clear path over the hillside, then back along the shore (with picnic benches en route).