MARAIG

The charming crofting hamlet of Maraig can be found on the east coast of the Isle of Harris. Nestled into a valley beneath the peaks of the North Harris Hills, a winding road leads its way down from the main mountain pass that connects the isles of Harris and Lewis. Streams and small waterfalls abound as watercourses find their way from hillside to loch-shore.

This is excellent walking country. The Hebridean Way hiking path skirts the township, while the celebrated Urgha-Rhenigidale-Maraig route is on many a Harris hiker’s bucket list! Clisham, the archipelago’s highest peak (at 799m really a Corbett) rises up behind the village, while ascending on the south-side of Loch Mharaig (an inlet of Loch Seaforth) the distinctive Todun provides a simpler, if no less rewarding option! That’s not to say much shorter rambles can’t be had - with beautiful views in every direction an easy walk along road or shoreline is always an enjoyable choice.

It’s worth remembering too that Maraig provides an excellent base for touring Harris and Lewis; strategically located at the centre of the landmass with easy access to amenities and ferry in Tarbert (10 mins) few attractions across the islands are more than an hour’s drive away (and most significantly less!)