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If you're traveling to the United Kingdom, be sure to set aside time to step outside the amazing cities around the country. From the rolling hills of the Scotland Highlands to the remote and rocky coast and the peace and quiet of the English countryside, the U.K. will surprise you with how much outdoor adventure it has to offer.

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Backpacking Scotland's West Highland Way

Stirling, United Kingdom

5.0

101.81 mi / 12087 ft gain

Let me just start by saying that this is probably the raddest hike I have ever done. Although the ideal way is to start from Glasgow and hike all the way up to Ft. William, the scenery just gets better and better as you get closer to the Ft William area, so if you just have a few days, you can do it backward and go until you run out of time. This is a very popular hike during the dry season. D...

Photograph the Giant's Causeway

Giant's Causeway, Ireland, United Kingdom

4.4

Alright, so there are 2 different ways to see this place: 1: Paying a lot of money for a tour and hotel 2: My way, sneaking in and camping (DISCLAIMER: This is Not legal, but Not illegal)From Belfast you will have to take a bus or train to Coleraine and from Coleraine, the bus to Bushmills. Make sure it is the Bushmills bus that goes to the Giant's Causeway and it will drop you off right there....

Watch the Sunrise from Arthur's Seat

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

4.7

2.4 mi / 650 ft gain

Catch a beautiful sunrise (or sunset) from the top of Arthur's Seat. Although you are in the middle of Scotland's capital, you will feel as if you've reached the Highlands. The surrounding, panoramic views, the awesome silence, and the absence of urbanity, from certain viewpoints, makes this a very special spot. Start 1.5 hours before sunrise from the Scottish Parliament, located next to Holyro...

Explore Ft. William, Scotland's Steall Gorge

Highland, United Kingdom

5.0

3 mi

Just about 10 miles from Ft. William and only a few miles from the end of the West Highland Way you can find the Steal Gorge along with Ben Nevis. Ben Nevis is a famous hill in Ft. William with an amazing view of a lake. Everyone in Ft. William knows where Steal Gorge is located. To get there, you can just take a taxi from town for about 9 pounds.If you arrive to Ft. William at night, you can t...

Hike to the Old Man of Storr

Highland, United Kingdom

5.0

5 mi / 2099.7 ft gain

You can reach the Storr car park at the base of the mountain on public transport (Bus 57, running 4 times a day from Portree), or leave a personal vehicle in the parking area on the left side of the A855 heading north from Portree. Still, the most brave hikers may walk from Portree up the coast parallel to the roadway to reach the Storr.The 5 mile out and back trail, with 640m (2100ft) of eleva...

Hike to Beachy Head

East Dean, United Kingdom

4.0

5 mi / 100 ft gain

There are various ways to access Beachy Head (the highest point) along the Seven Sisters. I recommend starting your hike at the Birling Gap National Trust Car Park but Beachy Head can be accessed at various points along Beachy Head Rd. From the Birling Gap National Trust Car Park (and Café) take a few minutes to walk south over to the staircase that provides access to the rocky beach and tide p...

Overnight at Lookout Bothy on the Isle of Skye, Scotland

Highland, United Kingdom

5.0

3.1 mi

The Lookout Bothy is at the northern most tip of the Isle of Skye at Rubha Hunish. It is a small, primitive hut that overlooks the North Sea. There are binoculars and whale charts, a shovel for a biff, but not much else by way of amenities – just amazing views and shelter from the wind and rain!Drive N/NW on A855 (from Portree to Uig) past Kilmaluag. When you reach the red phone booth, turn int...

Explore the Royal Botanic Gardens

Richmond, United Kingdom

4.5

A fairly easy drive from London, a couple of minutes, parking is accessible and cheap. The entrance of the gardens cost about 15 Pound. But its worth it, trust me. The gardens feature so many things, from tropical to semi-arid, to the many flowers of the world. The restaurant / cafe features some of the U.Ks finest pastries too.

Hike the Quiraing on the Isle of Skye

Highland, United Kingdom

5.0

3.5 mi / 1115.5 ft gain

The trailhead for The Quiraing starts at the summit of the road between Staffin and Uig. Descend towards the Quiraing and loop around through the sheep's gate along the ridge back to your car. There is minor elevation gain on the way back, but you are rewarded with amazing views of the isle. It's recommended to take some good boots to make the entire loop.Feel free to bring a frisbee and tos...

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