RSPB Balranald Nature Trail loop

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RSPB Balranald Nature Trail loop

Easy

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RSPB Balranald Nature Trail loop

01:27

5.67km

20m

Hiking

Embark on the RSPB Balranald Nature Trail loop, an easy hike covering 3.5 miles (5.7 km) with a minimal elevation gain of 72 feet (22 metres), typically completed in about 1 hour and 27 minutes. This circular route on the Isle of North Uist takes you through varied landscapes, including…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.15 km

Rocky Shoreline View at Balranald Nature Reserve

Highlight • Viewpoint

Balranald Nature Reserve is a fantastic place to explore if you're looking for quintessential Outer Hebrides landscapes of turqoise waters and white sandy beaches. The reserve also features wild marshes …

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2.17 km

Balranald Nature Reserve Coastal Walk

Highlight (Segment) • Beach

Great bird sanctuary with fantastic views of the sea.

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5.67 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.90 km

1.78 km

Surfaces

3.90 km

1.78 km

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 18 October

12°C

9°C

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Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h

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Comments

June 17, 2025,RSPB Balranald Naturpfad Schleife

Welcome to North Uist. We had chosen a short hike after breakfast. The weather forecast predicted cloudy to sunny spells. When the first drizzle arrived, we backtracked a bit to find shelter. It didn't last long. We then continued along the beautiful coastline. Further along the path, it started to rain heavily. Trying to take a shortcut was useless. A …

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