WALKING ON RUM AND THE SMALL ISLES

The Small Isles are often called the hidden gems of the Western Isles, providing a walking paradise for those seeking wilderness and solitude, alongside the better-known Rum. The routes range from a long round of the Rum Cuillin and a pathless backpack around the coast to easy day walks. Conditions can be wet, rough and changeable, so this guide has advice on what to take, as well as detailed route descriptions and OS maps.