The Quiraing is often extremely busy, but far fewer people venture along the ridge on the opposite side of the road towards the summit of Bioda Bhuidhe. This short walk along the Trotternish Ridge offers simply fantastic views.
Mostly easy walking on path or grassy slopes; can be boggy in parts.
None to start. Nearest bus stop 3km at Brogaig (Bus 57). .
Car park at the summit of the minor road between Staffin and Uig.
The walk starts from the car park at the summit of the minor road linking Staffin and Uig (charge). It is a busy spot but most walkers will be heading for the Quiraing to the north; this walk starts on the south side of the road, to the right as you look down on Staffin. There is a very short stretch of made path which soon ends. Continue across a dip to pick up a path that follows the edge of the grassy escarpment. There are great views over the Quiraing behind.
Continuing uphil, the land-slipped mass of Cleat and its lochs directly below provide real drama. Soon a minor summit is reached, from which many turn back. It is worth continuing, though, to Bioda Buidhe which has even better views.
Descend the short steep slope to the west and, keeping close to the escarpment, cross the short flat area. A sheep path then ascends the steep slope directly ahead by taking a sloping route heading diagonally to the right. Once atop the slope, turn left and follow the ridge up to the summit of Bioda Buidhe.
Bioda Buidhe has the same views north and east as the lower summit, but has the added advantage of panoramic views south along the Trotternish Ridge towards the Storr, and northwest to the Outer Hebrides. It is worth walking along the length of the flat summit escarpment before returning by the route of ascent.
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