The Quiraing – The Quiraing loop from Ellishadder

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The Quiraing – The Quiraing loop from Ellishadder

Hard

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The Quiraing – The Quiraing loop from Ellishadder

01:52

21.3km

510m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that is highly dangerous

A part of this route comprises highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 11.9 km for 4 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.40 km

The Quiraing

Highlight • Natural Monument

Amazing views all around. Definitely take a camera.

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5.60 km

View of the Graveyard and Trotternish Ridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Nice place to stop and rest.

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11.3 km

Quiraing Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

unbelievably beautiful, fairytale views / incredibly beautiful, fairytale views

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11.4 km

View of the Quiraing

Highlight • Natural Monument

The view and the walk into the Quiraing are both beautiful, but completely overrun with tourists during the season. If you can - enjoy it outside of the season :-)

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11.4 km

Loch Cleat Viewpoint from Quiraing

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beautiful and dramatic and a place to try and see if you’re in Skye.

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12.1 km

View of the Quiraing

Highlight • Viewpoint

Take a short break from your hike to enjoy this view of the rolling green mountain landscapes!

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12.6 km

View of the Quiraing

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful view from Quiraing.

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12.9 km

The Quiraing

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Quiraing is an astonishing landslip caused by underlying sedimentary rock giving way to heavier basalt deposited as a result of ancient volcanic activity. It's an iconic and unique place …

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