100 Classic Coastal Walks in Scotland

Scotland and its islands encompass over 10,000 miles of coastline that is as diverse as the country's inland scenery – and similarly breathtaking.

Magnificent experiences abound in this wildly varied collection of Scottish coastal walking routes - the first of its kind. The 100 routes outlined by Andrew Dempster take in: the quaint fishing ports, long sun-bleached strands and the vast golf links of the east coast; the grand Gothic cliffs, the natural arches and storm-tossed sea-stacks that comprise much of the fractured edge of the Atlantic; the kaleidoscopic wildflower carpet of the Western Isles machair; the remote, romantic castles and ancient clearance settlements of Skye; plus myriad idyllic secluded beaches and breathtaking cliff-top vantage points.

Other walks reveal little-known offshore small island gems such as Noss in Shetland, with its dizzying sea-cliffs festooned with puffins and cormorants to far-flung Fair Isle – the remotest inhabited island in Scotland – and the ‘edge of the world’ itself: the lonely outpost of St Kilda.

This unique guide to the very best coastal treks in Scotland covers the whole spectrum from short hour-long beach strolls to serious full-day hikes that require mountain gear and total commitment.

Compiled in an user-friendly format and containing maps and photographs throughout, 100 Classic Coastal Walks in Scotland provides a wealth of walking possibilities for anyone with an interest in outdoor pursuits, with many of the walks also suitable for children.