Old Man of Storr

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A very short, easy walk to do late afternoon (when most walkers have come back down off the mountain) so you can enjoy the silence and evening light.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 4.11 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 05 
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    Difficulty: Easy
  • ⚐
    Return to departure point: Yes
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    Vertical gain: + 326 m
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    Vertical drop: - 324 m
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    Highest point: 500 m
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    Lowest point: 174 m
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A beautiful view from the summit
"The old man
On the road
End of the tour

Description of the walk

By car, take the A855 from the north of Portree towards the north of the Isle of Skye.

(S/E) Park in the "Bodach an Stoir / Old Man of Storr" car park. Start by going through a wooden gate.

Follow a wide, clear track that climbs up to the northwest.

(1) The track turns into a smaller path. Shortly after, you will pass below the Old Man of Storr.

(2) Continue on up along a small path until you reach an animal fence, which blocks the way, to enjoy the landscape. To the south, you will have beautiful views of the Old Man of Storr with its distinctive form.

Make your way back down to the car park along the same path (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 174 m - Bodach an Stoir / Old Man of Storr car park
  2. 1 : km 1.04 - alt. 324 m - Small path
  3. 2 : km 2.03 - alt. 498 m - Animal fencing
  4. S/E : km 4.11 - alt. 176 m - Bodach an Stoir / Old Man of Storr car park

In the nearby area

Reviews and comments

4.9 / 5
Based on 13 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.9 / 5
Clarity of route map
4.9 / 5
Route interest
4.9 / 5
RandoJLB
RandoJLB
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : May 25, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

A very nice short hike, with incredible, breathtaking views. Walking around the Storr allows you to escape the crowds for a few minutes.

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Siphnos92
Siphnos92
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Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 23, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

One of the most beautiful walks on the planet! Go early to avoid the early-morning crowds (which you'll come across on the way down, but it's no big deal) and to get the sun in front of you, giving a beautiful view of the rock and sea below. The path is very well signposted and easy (it's uphill, of course), so it's impossible to get lost. You can't expect what you're going to see on the way up; it's only once you've passed the old man and turned around that you're amazed. It's absolutely magnificent, another planet, time stands still! indescribable, go for it!

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salbert
salbert

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 31, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

A great little hike with some crazy scenery.

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gg13500
gg13500

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 21, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Magnificent hike, incredible views. Not to be missed.

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Robin06190
Robin06190

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 09, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Magnificent hike!
We did it at the beginning of June with very unpredictable Scottish weather (hail, rain, wind, bright sunshine) but the main thing was to get to the top with some sunshine and a few clouds to take some wonderful photos.

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FLdu13
FLdu13

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 02, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

A much-used path, this walk is a must on the Isle of Skye.
Beware, many people "escape" from the main path, but with so many people doing it, it has a negative impact on the environment. We all want to do it, but I don't think we should.
Even if it's impossible to get lost, the information on this walk is good. The views are magnificent.
Be careful though, it's a steep climb

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Gregory.lt
Gregory.lt

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 27, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

A superb hike with an impressive view when you get to the top. Be careful though, I'd say you're at an average level as it climbs steeply throughout the hike, about 2km or even more if you turn left at the junction just after the iron gate (which adds about 1.5km). There are a lot of stone steps on the last kilometre, which is not so easy for the uninitiated. Car park currently under construction but spaces available (we started the walk at 6.30pm). Paid parking until 8pm. A fine of 50 pounds will be imposed.

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MB1
MB1

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 10, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Busy trail : Yes

Lovely little walk with great views. Very easy to follow. Pay car park. Lots of people but not a nuisance.

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Pierre Michel
Pierre Michel

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Aug 16, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Well done for the information sheet and the guidebook, they were very useful, as not much information is provided on site...

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moliere8
moliere8

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 04, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Busy trail : Yes

Route completed in May 2023.
The path has been upgraded since this route was posted online.
So the Ggx doesn't quite correspond but is a few dozen metres further away.
Even so, it's impossible to get lost on this well-marked route.
Beautiful views all along the way.
Lots and lots of people. It's even annoying.
Warning: parking is £5! (This is the price you have to pay for the development of the car park, toilets and footpath.
A must when you go to SKYE!

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popome
popome

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Jun 12, 2019
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

A lovely little walk despite the crowds, which in no way detract from the beauty of the place.
Please note that parking outside the car park is now prohibited and the police are on duty to issue tickets...

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caly26
caly26

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of walk : Jul 30, 2018
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

Very nice, quick walk. Very crowded, so you have to arrive early to get a parking space in the morning, or late in the afternoon.

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chamvon
chamvon

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of walk : Apr 29, 2017
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Clarity of route map : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good

It's a good climb! But at every break there are superb views of the lochs and lots of people on the way.

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