Old Man of Stoer
An easy hike along the seafront, discovering the sea stack of the Old Man of Stoer. Beautiful views along the way.
Fair trail overall, but only sheep tracks in places. The terrain is grassy and quite uneven.
More details on the hike
Large car park at the end of the road, at the foot of the “Stoer Head” lighthouse. Follow the coastal path north. Many walkers at the start. After about 2 kilometers, the Old Man of Stoer appears in the distance. This is the place where most people stop. After a short climb to the top of the cliff, continue along the sheep tracks. Once you've reached the flat area overlooking the sea stack, you will realize just how tall it is. Its seventy-meter height is impressive. Continue along the coast to the fence. Birdwatching is possible here, as many species have settle on the cliffs.
On the way back take the path up to Sithean Mòr hill (161 m). Beautiful views of the Assynt and Sutherland regions from the summit. Descend, avoiding as far as possible the many boggy areas. Then join a track which you follow to the car park.
➡️ Hiking parameters
➡️ Hiking parameters
➡️ Hiking parameters
More details on the hike
Large car park at the end of the road, at the foot of the “Stoer Head” lighthouse. Follow the coastal path north. Many walkers at the start. After about 2 kilometers, the Old Man of Stoer appears in the distance. This is the place where most people stop. After a short climb to the top of the cliff, continue along the sheep tracks. Once you've reached the flat area overlooking the sea stack, you will realize just how tall it is. Its seventy-meter height is impressive. Continue along the coast to the fence. Birdwatching is possible here, as many species have settle on the cliffs.
On the way back take the path up to Sithean Mòr hill (161 m). Beautiful views of the Assynt and Sutherland regions from the summit. Descend, avoiding as far as possible the many boggy areas. Then join a track which you follow to the car park.
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