Lochranza and the Pirnmill Hills
Lochranza is Arran's most northerly settlement, and site of the summer ferry link to the Kintyre peninsula. Lochranza has a ruined castle, resident seals at low tide and is the starting point of some enjoyable coastal walks; though much of Arran's coast is closely followed by the island's circular road, the area east of Lochranza is one which can only be discovered on foot.
Heading anti-clockwise from Lochranza is Catacol Bay and its Inn, and then the tiny village of Pirnmill. Inland rise the Pirnmill Hills - less spectacular than their eastern neighbours but offering enjoyable walking with solitude and some superb views.
Accommodation
| Walk | Grade | Length | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairy Dell, Lochranza |
 | 5km | 1.5 -2 hours |
| Glen Iorsa, from Dougarie |
| 7.25km | 1.5 - 2.5 hours |
| Coire Fhionn Lochan |
| 5.25km | 1.5 - 2 hours |
| Loch Tanna, from Catacol |
| 13.5km | 4.5 - 5 hours |
| Lochan a' Mhill, Catacol |
| 3.75km | 2.5 - 3 hours |
| Sail Chalmadale, from Dougarie |
| 10.5km | 5 - 5.5 hours |
| Laggan circuit, from Lochranza |
| 11.5km | 3.5 - 4 hours |
| Sannox to Lochranza: Cock of Arran |
| 15.75km | 4.5 - 6 hours |
| Loch na Davie circuit, Lochranza |
| 16.5km | 5 - 5.5 hours |
| Pirnmill Hills: Mullach Buidhe of Beinn Bharrain |
| 14km | 6 - 7 hours |
| The Arran Coastal Way |
|
109km | 7 days |
