Walking on Jura, Islay and Colonsay : 23 wild walks in the Southern Hebrides

Jura, Islay and Colonsay sit at the wilder, less visited end of the Hebridean island chain. Jura, in particular, is one of the last genuinely remote walking destinations in the British Isles, with a roadless west coast, the iconic triple summits of the Paps of Jura, and the notorious whirlpool of Corryvreckan drawing walkers seeking something well beyond the ordinary. This guidebook covers 22 day walks and one five-day 89km (55-mile) trek along Jura's remote west coast, taking in Jura, Islay, Colonsay, Oronsay and Scarba. Routes are designed for fit, experienced walkers comfortable with rough, often pathless terrain. The Paps of Jura—one of the finest and most demanding hill walking challenges in the southern Hebrides—is covered in full with complete route description and mapping. All walks include 1:50,000 OS mapping with detailed navigation notes for terrain where strong map and compass skills are essential. Day walks range from 7 to 25km. The guidebook provides practical information throughout: bothy and wild camping locations across all five islands (including the Gleann a' Mhaoil bothy on Scarba), comprehensive island logistics covering ferry connections, public transport, accommodation options, and the best times to visit. Peter Edwards has lived in the Hebrides for years and brings intimate, first-hand knowledge of these islands to every route, ensuring you make the most of every step.