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• Dun Ara Fort - 2 miles, 75 minutes, Grading Easy, OS Map Explorer 374
  
  Follow the B8073 from Tobermory and just outside of the town turn right - signposted Glengorm. Park by the coffee shop at Glengorm Castle and walk over the bridge opposite it. Follow the farm track which goes out in front of the castle. The track goes to the right and a detour can be made down the bank to have a closer look at the standing stones. Continue on the track until it curves round to the left and Dun Ara can be seen on the top of the second crag. The ascent is easy from the south-east side and the castle's foundations are clearly visible. On a clear day there are views out to Coll and the Uists. Please keep dogs on a lead at all times.
   

• Tobermory Lighthouse - click on the link for detailed information of this recommended walk with map and photographs
   

• Aros Park - click on the link for detailed information of this recommended walk with map and photographs
   

• Treshnish - 6 miles, 220 minutes, Grading Moderate with some challenging stretches (steep drops and narrow cliff paths) OS Map Explorer 374
  Park in the quarry on the B8073 just past the drive to Treshnish Farm. The track from Ensay leads to Haunn near Treshnish Point from which there are views across Loch Tuath to the islands of Cairn na Burgh Beg, Cairn na Burgh Mor, Fladda, Lunga and Dutchman's Cap. Here go through a gate and follow a path down to the first of two Iron Age forts. A raised beach under the cliffs to the south leads to a waterfall where a path goes up to the deserted villages of Crakaig and Glac Gugairidh, across the moorland and then to the old school house, a short distance from the start of the walk. Please keep your dog on a lead at all times.
   

• Crater Loch - 2 miles, 80 minutes, Grading Moderate (can be very wet under foot) OS Map Explorer 374
  
  This is a highly recommended short walk but muddy in parts. Follow the B8073 from Tobermory along Mishnish Lochs for about 3 miles  until you come to a ruined cottage where there is room to park (if these places are taken there will be room in the quarry just before the cottage). Go over a stile and follow the track up behind the cottage and head for the gate. Go through the gate and keep on the track where you are constantly in view of the summit of the volcanic hill, S'Airde Beinn with it's hidden crater loch. Once on the top make a circuit of the rim of the crater to enjoy the most spectacular views in the North of Mull. To the east there are views of Tobermory Bay and Morvern and on a fine day you can see west to the Isle of Coll and the Small Isles. Return the same way.
   

• Ben More - 6 miles, 300 minutes, Grading Hard, OS Map Explorer 375
  
  This is NOT a recommended walk for novices but suitable for experienced hill climbers only. Follow the B8035 from Salen and park at Dhiseig on the shores of Loch Na Keal. It is safe to park on the grassy area between the road and the shore. This is the easiest route up the mountain, Mull's only Munro at 3169 feet, but be aware that this volcanic mountain is magnetic and so compasses are unreliable and make an accurate reading impossible. The track goes up the hill past the farm house and follows the course of the burn, the Abhainn Dhiseig. The path crosses the burn  and there is a very steep ascent onto the summit ridge. From here there is a wide track up to the summit cairn and if you are lucky you can see Ireland, the Outer Hebrides and Ben Nevis.  Return the same way.
   

• Isle of Ulva - 2miles - 10 miles +, 60 minutes - all day walk, Grading Easy - Moderate, OS Map Explorer 374
  
  Park at Ulva Ferry on the minor road off the B8073 which goes down the side of the school. It is a 2 minute ferry crossing over to Ulva. A footpath waymarked 'All Routes' leads from the Boathouse and climbs through the woodland behind. There are well sign posted boards that lead to a variety of walks on the island. All are fully described in a booklet that can be purchased from the Boathouse and range in distance from a couple of miles to over 10 miles. Many visitors looking for a longer walk beyond the woods around Ulva House will find themselves directed to the old townships of Ormaig, Cragaig and Kilvekewen with their derelict croft houses, and ancient standing stones.
   

• Mackinnon's Cave - 2 miles, 90 minutes, Grading Moderate, (some clambering over boulders) OS Map Explorer 375

  Check tide times before commencing this walk as the cave is only accessible below low tide and don't forget a torch to explore the cave. The starting point of the walk is on the farm road to Balmeanach on the B8035 just beyond the Gribun rocks. Park just before the cattle grid and go through the gate by the farm outbuildings and follow the fence to the top of the cliffs. Dogs must be kept on a lead. A winding path leads downwards and a short walk along the coast brings you to the cave. Just before the cave there is a waterfall and then some large rocks washed by the tide at the mouth of the cave, which have to be scrambled over.
   

• Speinne Mor - 5 miles, 180 minutes,  Grading Moderate, OS Map Explorer 374
  
  The starting point for the walk up Speinne Mor is a parking place on the B8073 Tobermory to Dervaig road at the west end of Loch Carnain an Amais. Take the path which starts behind the larger quarry and goes over a stile. At a fork keep to the right hand path which is little more than a deer track in places. Carry on up the ridge and the old fence posts will come into sight. Follow the fence posts until Lochan Dearg comes into view on the right. From here you can make your way to the rounded summit of Speinne Mor and enjoy breathtaking views of Tobermory, Ben More, Coll and the Small Isles. Return the same way.
   

• Langamull with short detour to Kildavie - 4 miles, 90 minutes, Grading Easy, OS Map Explorer 374

  This short easy recommended walk to Langamull has been waymarked by the Forest Enterprise. The walk starts at the car park on the Dervaig to Calgary road. There is a good track through the forest and as the track comes out of the woodland turn right for the short walk through the forest to the ruined township of Kildavie. Retrace the route back to the cottage and turn right to follow the path that slopes down to the beach. There are fabulous views out to Coll and and this is a great spot for a picnic.
   

• Calgary Bay - 2 miles, 60 minutes, Grading Easy, OS Map Explorer 374
  
  Calgary Bay is accessed by the winding B8073 road from Tobermory via Dervaig. There is a car park and picnic area on the machair, the area of dunes and fertile grassland backing onto the beach which is listed in the top 20 beaches in the country.  Go through the gate and take the path that heads west along the shore to the old pier. Note the ruin of the old pier house, set into what looks like a wall but is actually a volcanic dyke. Return the same way and go up to the Calgary Hotel where the Calgary Art in Nature woodland sculpture walk is free of charge. There is a tearoom and art gallery with many items for sale.

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Important Safety Advice

Carry a rucksack with waterproof jacket and trousers, spare warm clothing, food, water, torch, whistle, compass and map
Wear appropriate strong footwear with an ankle support
Check the weather forecast and turn back if necessary
Be aware of the deer shooting season
Let someone know where you are going, your route and expected time of return
Be aware that there is no Mountain Rescue service on the Isle of Mull and cell phone service is poor

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