Neist Point
The most westerly point of Skye, a lighthouse on a headland of cliffs, and whales in the sea beyond.
- Distance
- 2.8 km
- Ascent
- 140 m
- Time
- 1 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 100 m
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About this walk
Neist Point is an easy 2.8 km out-and-back walk with 140 m of ascent, taking about 1 hours. It starts at Neist Point car park (grid reference NG 133 478).
Neist Point is a long finger of rock reaching into the Minch at the far west of Skye, with a Stevenson lighthouse at its tip and 90 m cliffs along its sides. The concrete path from the car park drops steeply and climbs again to the lighthouse, and the headland is one of the best places on the island for minke whales, dolphins and basking sharks.
Route
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The lighthouse
Follow the path down and along the headland to the lighthouse and return.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Neist Point take?
- Most walkers take 1–1 hours for the 2.8 km route, which has 140 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Neist Point car park (grid reference NG 133 478). Car park at the road end.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- No practical public transport.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. A steep concrete path with steps, then grass to the point.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Keep well back from the cliff edge, and keep dogs on a lead.
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