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Little Horse Shoe Bay – Gylen Castle loop from Oban

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Little Horse Shoe Bay – Gylen Castle loop from Oban

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4.9

(23)

108

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Little Horse Shoe Bay – Gylen Castle loop from Oban

05:29

20.3km

270m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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After 4.03 km for 530 m

After 14.0 km for 530 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.60 km

View of Oban from Pulpit Hill

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If you've got time to kill between ferries or are simply enjoying exploring Oban by bike or on foot, Pulpit Hill is a great place to head for far-reaching views down over the town and beyond.

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6.23 km

Little Horse Shoe Bay

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The Little Horse Shoe Bay is likely named after its distinctive shape. Across the Sound of Kerrera you can see the shoreline to the South of Oban. See if you …

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8.85 km

Gylen Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Gylen Castle was originally built in 1582; however what you see now is the result of a huge restoration effort from Historic Scotland and the Clan McDougall. Located on the …

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10.3 km

Kerrera Tea Garden

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This warm and friendly cafe is usually open from Easter until September (Daily except Tuesdays and Wednesdays), this tea garden serves a range of delicious cakes, soups and drinks. They …

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12.6 km

Queen's Gardens Canopy Viewpoint

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One of two beautiful benches on the island circuit

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14.0 km

Kerrera Ferry

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This little ferry will take you back and forth for 5 pounds

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18.0 km

Oban Distillery & Visitor Centre

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Oban Distillery is both one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland and one of the smallest with just two pot stills. Pre-dating the town of Oban, it was originally established …

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18.3 km

View of Oban Harbour from Jacob's Ladder

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A particularly steep but interesting set of stairs, and is the shortest way on foot up to the tower from the sea front.

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20.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.67 km

5.36 km

3.59 km

1.03 km

994 m

380 m

288 m

Surfaces

7.15 km

6.99 km

2.61 km

2.32 km

1.08 km

155 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 29 May

16°C

11°C

93 %

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Little Horse Shoe Bay – Gylen Castle loop from Oban

View of Oban from Pulpit Hill

Little Horse Shoe Bay

Gylen Castle

Kerrera Tea Garden

Queen's Gardens Canopy Viewpoint

Kerrera Ferry

Oban Distillery & Visitor Centre

View of Oban Harbour from Jacob's Ladder

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