The Skye Trail : A challenging backpacking route from Rubha Hunish to Broadford

Starting at Rubha Hunish and finishing at Broadford, the route threads past the Trotternish Ridge, the Quiraing and Old Man of Storr, crosses Glen Sligachan between the Black Cuillin and the Red Hills, enters the dramatic Cuillin mountains, and passes the abandoned village of Boreraig. Ideal for experienced mountain walkers, this unofficial, week-long trek can be completed with wild camping each night or using overnight accommodation along the way. This guidebook provides all the practical support you need to plan and enjoy the walk, from route overview to expert advice on navigating Skye's remote terrain. Inside you'll find seven daily stages covering the full Skye Trail with step-by-step route descriptions supported by detailed 1:50,000 Ordnance Survey maps, elevation profiles, and downloadable GPX files. Each stage includes distance, estimated walking time, terrain summary, and difficulty level to help you plan daily sections and manage the hillier terrain. An optional summit route via Bla Bheinn—one of Skye's most spectacular Munros—offers high-level views for walkers seeking a memorable mountain day. The guide also features information on accommodation, wild camping, refreshment points, public transport, plus geology, history, wildlife, and a glossary of Gaelic place names. Plan your Skye Trail adventure with confidence and experience the remote wilderness, dramatic mountains, and unforgettable vistas of one of Scotland's most challenging and rewarding long-distance walks.