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Heaval loop from Castlebay — Barra, Outer Hebrides

Hiking trails & Routes

Heaval loop from Castlebay — Barra, Outer Hebrides

Moderate

4.3

(6)

30

hikers

Heaval loop from Castlebay — Barra, Outer Hebrides

02:11

6.30km

320m

Hiking

Embark on the moderate Heaval loop from Castlebay, a 3.9-mile (6.3 km) hike that takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes to complete. You will gain 1046 feet (319 metres) in elevation as you climb to the summit of Heaval, Barra's highest point. The trail features steep, rocky sections and…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Ferry Terminal

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1

464 m

Kisimul Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

A lovely little village where the ferry comes in. There are some lovely shops and pubs. Try Cafe Kisimul for some amazing food (It's that good we had it two nights In a row).

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3.13 km

Heaval Summit

Highlight • Summit

The 383 meter high hill is the highest point of the island and offers a great view.

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6.30 km

End point

Ferry Terminal

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.00 km

1.97 km

1.43 km

728 m

136 m

Surfaces

3.03 km

2.00 km

1.04 km

136 m

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Sunday 5 July

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13°C

79 %

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May 3, 2025,Castlebay Isle Of Barra to Heaval and Star of the Sea.

Steep climb up and boggy underfoot. Great views at the top

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