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Hidden places in the Scottish Highlands

The Highland region of Scotland contains remote mountains, secluded beaches, historic castles, and untouched lakes. From the Torridon Hills to Kinloch Castle, discover hidden trails, wild coastlines, and traditional fishing villages. The region features geological formations, waterfalls, and medieval viaducts.

Torridon Hills
Torridon Hills

Wester Ross, Scotland

These mountains are made of red sandstone and rise up to 1000 meters above sea level. The nature park offers multiple hiking trails.

Bealach na Ba
Bealach na Ba

Applecross, Scotland

The mountain road rises to 626 meters and has a gradient of 20 percent. In winter it is often closed due to snow.

Rhenigidale
Rhenigidale

Isle of Harris, Scotland

The village received road access only in 1989. The postal path leads over a 6 kilometer coastal trail to Tarbert.

Knoydart Peninsula
Knoydart Peninsula

Highlands, Scotland

The peninsula has no road connection and only 100 inhabitants. It includes three mountains over 900 meters and several lakes.

The Small Isles
The Small Isles

Consisting of four main islands Rum, Eigg, Muck, and Canna, each with their unique charm

Composed of four main islands Rum, Eigg, Muck, and Canna each having its unique appeal.

Coire Lagan
Coire Lagan

Distinctive glacial corrie on the Isle of Skye presenting breathtaking views over The Minch

Distinctive glacial bowl on the Isle of Skye offering a stunning view of The Minch.

The Storr
The Storr

A rocky hill featuring oddly shaped pinnacles that rise above the landscape

A rocky hill with peculiar looking pinnacles soaring above the landscape.

Sandwood Bay
Sandwood Bay

An untouched sandy beach flanked by dunes and cliffs, accessible only on foot

Pristine sandy beach flanked by dunes and cliffs accessible only on foot.

Cape Wrath
Cape Wrath

Durness, Scotland

The northernmost lighthouse in Scotland stands on steep cliffs with walking paths through the nature reserve. Birds nest in the steep rock faces.

Speyside Way
Speyside Way

Moray, Scotland

The 84-mile walking trail passes through forests and heathlands. It connects several traditional whisky distilleries along the River Spey.

Loch Maree
Loch Maree

Ross-shire, Scotland

The 12-mile lake contains over 60 islands with ancient pine forests. The mountains reach heights of 3,300 feet.

Glen Affric
Glen Affric

Highlands, Scotland

The valley extends 19 miles with ancient Caledonian pines. Eagles and red deer inhabit this nature reserve.

Quiraing
Quiraing

Bizarre earth formation on the eastern face of Meall na Suiramach with stunning panoramic views

Unique land formation on the eastern face of Meall na Suiramach boasting incredible panoramic views.

Ullapool
Ullapool

Charming fishing village in Ross-shire providing a serene setting

Quaint fishing village in Ross-shire offering tranquil surroundings.

Fairy Pools
Fairy Pools

A sequence of stunning waterfalls and crystal clear turquoise pools

A series of beautiful waterfalls and crystal clear turquoise pools.

Eilean Donan
Eilean Donan

Small tidal island in the western Highlands of Scotland

Small tidal islandĀ in the western Highlands of Scotland.

Ardnamurchan Lighthouse
Ardnamurchan Lighthouse

Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom

Built in 1849, this granite lighthouse stands 36 meters tall at the most western point of mainland Britain, equipped with automated beacons and a visitor center.

An Teallach
An Teallach

Ross and Cromarty, United Kingdom

This mountain rises to 1062 meters above sea level. Its sandstone peaks form multiple summits along a 3-kilometer ridge, popular among mountaineers.

Glenfinnan Viaduct
Glenfinnan Viaduct

Glenfinnan, United Kingdom

This concrete railway bridge from 1898 spans 380 meters and rises 30 meters above the valley. The structure carries trains on the West Highland Line.

Loch Shiel
Loch Shiel

Glenfinnan, United Kingdom

This freshwater lake extends 28 kilometers through the mountains. Eagles nest in the surrounding forests while salmon swim in its waters.

Plockton
Plockton

Kyle of Lochalsh, Scotland

Fishing village with palm trees on Loch Carron shore. The sheltered bay allows seal watching and boat trips to offshore islands.

Falls of Glomach
Falls of Glomach

Kintail, Scotland

The 113-meter waterfall drops into a steep gorge. Access is through a 2.5-kilometer mountain path.

Corrieshalloch Gorge
Corrieshalloch Gorge

Ullapool, Scotland

A 60-meter deep gorge containing the Falls of Measach. A suspension bridge built in 1874 crosses the gorge.

Ben Hope
Ben Hope

Sutherland, Scotland

The 927-meter mountain stands isolated in the northern region of Sutherland. The ascent provides views over Scotland's north coast.

The Summer Isles
The Summer Isles

Highlands, Scotland

Group of 17 small islands in the Atlantic Ocean. The archipelago provides habitat for seabirds and seals. Most islands are uninhabited.

Whaligoe Steps
Whaligoe Steps

Caithness, Scotland

330 stone-carved steps from the 18th century descend a 250-foot cliff to a former fishing harbor.

BlackWood of Rannoch
BlackWood of Rannoch

Perthshire, Scotland

Old pine forest with rare plants and animals. The forest covers 12 square kilometers in the Scottish Highlands.

Luskentyre Beach
Luskentyre Beach

Isle of Harris, Scotland

Three-kilometer sandy beach with white sand and turquoise water. The dunes rise up to 40 meters above sea level.

Kinloch Castle
Kinloch Castle

Isle of Rum, Scotland

Red sandstone residence built in 1897 by George Bullough. The building contains original Edwardian furnishings and a ballroom with mechanical musical organ.

Gruinard Bay
Gruinard Bay

Ross and Cromarty, Scotland

Natural bay with reddish sandy beaches and clear water. The beach is suitable for swimming and offers views of the Summer Isles.

Cul Mor
Cul Mor

Assynt, Scotland

Mountain reaching 849 meters made of Torridonian sandstone. The hiking route to the summit passes through heathland with views of neighboring peaks.