GLENELG PENINSULA

Hidden away over the high Mam Ratagan Pass with its magnificent views is the Glenelg peninsula, a peaceful haven that feels a world apart. This is a wonderful area for walkers, with both steep high mountains such as Beinn Sgritheall and softer lowland scenery around the glens and coast.

Gavin Maxwell wrote his classic Ring of Bright Water here from his little cottage at Sandaig, and today's visitors will still find an completely unspoilt area full of wildlife and interest. Glenelg itself is home to still home to the original Skye ferry which carries a few cars at a time across the Kylerhea narrows through the summer months.

Sandaig (Camusfearna) 4km 1.5 - 2 hours The Old Coast Path, Corran 8km 3.5 - 5 hours Ardintoul Circuit, near Glenelg 13km 4.5 - 6.5 hours Gleann Beag and the Glenelg Brochs to Suardalan 14km 4 - 5 hours Gleann Beag brochs, Suardalan and Glenelg circuit 21km 6 - 8 hours Beinn Sgritheall 10km 5 - 7 hours Accommodation links for this area: Kintail Hotels Kintail B&B Glenelg self catering cottages Kintail Hostels, Lochalsh Hostels