Last Updated: 17th Oct 2025
The Old Man of Storr
Last Updated: 17th Oct 2025
Open
Grunt Factor: 12 ?
Gnarl Factor: 38 ?
5.2km
410m
430m
Last Updated: 17th Oct 2025
Last Updated: 17th Oct 2025
Open
Grunt Factor: 12 ?
Gnarl Factor: 38 ?
5.2km
410m
430m
Front country - easily accessible
Combo
Undulating, some big hills
Coastal
Open tussock/grasslands
Open ridges/tops
Easy Single Track
Moderate Single Track
Average Uphill Gradient: +15.30%
Average Downhill Gradient: -16.20%
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1:15
Slow
1:00
Moderate
0:45
Fast
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The Old Man of Storr is an iconic landmark on the Isle of Skye. In high summer its wildly popular so be ready to meet some new friends on your way up and back
From the carpark go through the gate and follow the southern side of the lower loop through an area of felled trees. The track is well defined and wide and involves some stars as you get higher towards the amazing rock obelisks and crags that make up the Old Man of Storr.
Carry on past the Old Man right to the ridge top col for commanding views back to the rock formations- created by an ancient landslide, Retrace your steps back down, completing the lower loop at the end for a spectacular 5km adventure on Skye.
incredible views of the Isle of Raasay, Skye and beyond Astounding geographical features
Toilets at the carpark
Parking available at the roadside. There is a charge. Can be very busy,
Unknown
No
Easy.
Just follow the main trails
Perfect throughout.
Lightweight fleece top, Short-sleeved thermal top, Seam-sealed waterproof jacket, Windproof jacket, Gloves, Beanie/thermal headwear, Personal Locator Beacon (PLB), Whistle, First aid kit, Extra food for emergencies, Survival blanket, Cellphone, Map
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