Soldier's Rock – View of Soldiers Rock loop from Kintra Campsite

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Soldier's Rock – View of Soldiers Rock loop from Kintra Campsite

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Soldier's Rock – View of Soldiers Rock loop from Kintra Campsite

02:04

7.62km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Camping Site

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3.24 km

Ruins

3.62 km

Soldier's Rock

Highlight • Viewpoint

It is an impressive rock formation that expresses the coastal character

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4.88 km

View of the Oa Peninsula and West Strand, Islay

Highlight • Beach

The bay is very beautiful and you can see the long western beach of Islay. It creates a lovely, calming atmosphere.

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5.08 km

View of Soldiers Rock

Highlight • Natural Monument

Anyone who loves the coast will find what they are looking for here

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7.14 km

Bay Near Kintra

Highlight • Natural

A beautiful bay and there are accommodations with a direct view of the sea. Approx. 4.5 km from Port Ellen, only recommended by car.

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7.62 km

End point

Camping Site

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.10 km

3.53 km

Surfaces

4.10 km

2.84 km

410 m

283 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 10 October

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Max wind speed: 28.0 km/h

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Comments

July 19, 2022,Rundtour Islay Halbinsel Oa zum Soldier‘s Rock

Adventurous, but worthwhile hike through partly impassable terrain: heather, chest-high fern....
Spectacular view of the rock needle "Soldier's Rock" standing free on the cliffs. Solid shoes and sure-footedness absolutely necessary. Walk on the wildside!

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