16 KM
Grade B
It was the naturalist Dr Fraser Darling who has possibly given Priest Island its fame when he lived on the island in the 1930’s and wrote his book, Island Years. It is no surprise that he chose Priest Island as it’s remote setting and lack of easy landing makes it an ideal refuge for wildlife. Add to this the caves and arches along with the idyllic sandy beach at the start and finish, and this is a great day out.
16 KM
Circumnavigation
Coastal Paddling
No Landing Zones
Open Water Crossings
Grade B
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Arriving at the remote and rugged Priest Island
The expansive views of the Outer Hebrides, Summer Isles and NW Highlands
The cliffs and arches found on the north and west of Priest Island
The stunning beach at Mellon Udrigle
The history or Dr Fraser Darling on the island with it’s wildlife
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There is a basic campsite at Mellon Udrigle overlooking the stunning beach
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Acairseid Eilean a Chleirich, Priest Island
Acairseid Eilean a Chleirich, Priest Island
Acairseid Eilean a Chleirich, Priest Island
Priest Island
House on Eilean Dubh
Preist Island
Priest Island
Priest Island
Priest Island
Bottle Island
Priest Island
Summer Isles & NW Highlands from Priest Island
Priest Island
Priest Island
Mellon Udrigle, Priest Island start/finish
Mellon Udrigle, Priest Island start/finish
Priest Island
Acairseid Eilean a Chleirich, Priest Island
Leaving Mellon Udrigle, Priest Island in distance
Mellon Udrigle, Priest Island start/finish
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