Old Man of Storr
The Old Man of Storr - Skye’s iconic basalt pinnacles over the Sound of Raasay
The route
The line through Isle of Skye, Scotland, United Kingdom - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Season & conditions
Year-round (best spring-autumn)
Skye wind and rain, low cloud; the top is exposed
Open year-round; boggy/slippery and windy; icy in winter. Confirm.
On the trail
A rebuilt path up grass and rock to the base of the pinnacles
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Accessible to most walkers and families; not fully wheelchair accessible - confirm
Very busy; go early or late
Turn around at the lower viewpoint; continue up into the Sanctuary
Getting there & staying
Storr car park on the A855 north of Portree
Out-and-back/loop - no shuttle needed
Day route - none needed
Day-hike kit, water, sun/rain protection, sturdy footwear; coverage varies
Services in Portree; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
Permits & safety
No permit; paid car park at the base (fills early)
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Wind exposure, slippery rock/mud, crowds at the parking
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.