United Kingdom
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Giant's Causeway, Ireland, United Kingdom
Photograph the Giant's Causeway
4.4Alright, 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 ...Read more -
Stirling, United Kingdom
Backpacking Scotland's West Highland Way
5.0101.81 mi / 12087 ft gainLet 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...Read more -
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Watch the Sunrise from Arthur's Seat
4.72.4 mi / 650 ft gainCatch 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 ve...Read more -
86a, United Kingdom
Hike to Falls of Falloch
5.00.6 mi / 33 ft gainIn order to reach the Falls of Falloch there is a small shaded parking lot directly off A82. From here there is a well maintained path leading from the parking area and following the Falloch River. After a short distance you will reach a junction in the path and you will stay right down some step...Read more -
Highland, United Kingdom
Explore Ft. William, Scotland's Steall Gorge
5.03 miJust 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, yo...Read more -
Earl Sterndale, United Kingdom
Hike to Chrome Hill via Parkhouse Hill
5.05 mi / 1500 ft gainBoth Parkhouse Hill and Chrome Hill are a must see if you're planning to explore the Peak District. There are several ways to access both Parkhouse Hill and Chrome Hill but this route begins at the Quiet Woman Pub in Earl Sterndale. From behind the Quiet Woman pub (go around the side of the pub),...Read more -
Gwynedd, United Kingdom
Summit Mount Snowdon via the Watkin Path
5.07.4 mi / 3280.8 ft gainAlthoughMt Snowdon is only a modest 3,560ft the trailhead starts barely abovesea level, so you’ll be doing a lot of climbing, almost the wholemountain. The trailhead is located directly opposite the car parking area. Itstarts off really mellow through old ancient woodlands and is very easy tofoll...Read more -
Highland, United Kingdom
Old Man of Storr
5.02.4 mi / 856 ft gainYou 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 p...Read more -
Highland, United Kingdom
Quiraing Loop Trail
5.04.24 mi / 974 ft gainThe 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. I...Read more -
East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Explore the RSPB Bempton Cliffs
/ 0 ft gainAbout an hour away from York, the RSPB Bempton Cliffs are great for birding, walking along the coast, and if you are lucky, seeing some grey seals and harbor porpoises swimming below. The RSPB has great talks about all the birds to give you a better overview of what you're looking at.Walk along t...Read more -
Highland, United Kingdom
Overnight at Lookout Bothy on the Isle of Skye, Scotland
5.03.1 miThe 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!D...Read more -
Cumbria, United Kingdom
Climb Scafell Pike
5.03.7 mi / 2910 ft gainThere are 3 main routes up to the summit of Scafell Pike; one from Borrowdale, one from Great Langdale, and the one we chose from Wasdale and the shores of Wast Water, England’s deepest Lake. No route is easier than the others and it’s down to personal preference.The Wasdale trail starts off at b...Read more -
Highland, United Kingdom
Visit The Three Sisters in Glencoe, Scotland
4.7The "Three Sisters" also known as Bidean nam Bian Mountain in the Scottish Highlands resides in the Valley Glen off A82 going towards the town of Glencoe northwest of Glasgow and Stirling. Entering "Three Sisters Car Park" into google maps or GPS will get you there just fine. This part of Scotlan...Read more -
Highland, United Kingdom
Fairy Pools
5.04.63 mi / 735 ft gainTo arrive at the Fairy Pools, you must take the B8009 on the west of the Isle of Skye. The road runs through Carbost, where the “Talisker Distillery” is located. You will see a sign that says “Glenbrittle” and you will follow that road all the way to the "Fairy Pools Car Park", or just enter in t...Read more -
East Dean, United Kingdom
Hike to Beachy Head
4.05 mi / 100 ft gainThere 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 ...Read more -
Llanberis, United Kingdom
Mt. Snowdon via the Llanberis Path
5.09.47 mi / 3127 ft gainMount Snowdon has a very rich history and is the most hiked mountain in the United Kingdom and for good reason. There are many different ways to hike to the summit, some are an easy walk and others require technical equipment. The peak can be covered in snow with high winds in winter, and warm wi...Read more