Isle of Eriska circuit, near Benderloch
Eriska is a magical and secluded small island, the setting for a luxury hotel. This walk starts on the mainland and accesses the island via a bridge before making a rough but memorable circular walk around the island.
Terrain
Mix of informal paths, very boggy in places, and very rough near the end though this part could be omitted.
Public Transport
None to start.
Start
Shian Wood car park at NM901416.
Hillwalking in Winter
Please note that hillwalking when there is snow lying requires an ice-axe, crampons and the knowledge, experience and skill to use them correctly. All route descriptions and difficulties given here are for summer conditions. See our Winter Skills page for basic information on the essential skills, techniques and knowledge needed for winter hillwalking.
Users' reports
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