Hushinish, Isle of Harris, Outer Hebrides HS3 3AY
Hushinish Beach
Beach
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6.5
Wildland
Half day
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Why it's Wildland
6.5At the far west of Harris, Hushinish looks across the Sound of Scarp towards the island of Scarp. The beach is also a starting point for rough coastal paths to more remote shores.
Hushinish earns its place for the combination of a white-sand beach, a far-west Harris setting and the possibility of continuing on foot to quieter, remote beaches. The winding single-track approach is part of the outing, so plan for the journey rather than treating this as a quick roadside stop.
Wild · Secluded · Big-sky
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The experience
Start with the beach and its view across the Sound of Scarp. If conditions and your ability allow, consider the rough coastal paths towards Traigh Mheilein or Crabhadail. Allow time for the single-track drive and check current access and facilities.
Things to do
Take in the view across the Sound of Scarp
From the beach, look across the Sound towards the island of Scarp.
Continue on a coastal path towards a more remote beach
The supplied source identifies rough coastal paths from Hushinish towards Traigh Mheilein and Crabhadail. Check route conditions and suitability before setting out.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · 1–2 hours
Quick Escape: Hushinish shore
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Drive the single-track B887 to Hushinish.
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Spend time on the beach and look across the Sound of Scarp towards Scarp.
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Return by the same route; check current access and parking before travelling.
Half day · Half day
Make a half day of it: beach and coastal path
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Allow for the winding single-track drive to Hushinish.
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Explore the beach and views over the Sound of Scarp.
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If conditions, time and ability allow, take a section of the rough coastal path towards Traigh Mheilein or Crabhadail.
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Return to Hushinish and check local access and facilities before setting out.
When to go
· No specific time of day is established by the supplied sources; check local weather and conditions.
The supplied sources do not establish a reliable seasonal recommendation.
Check local weather and coastal conditions before travelling or attempting rough coastal paths.
What to look for
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Look across the Sound of Scarp towards the island of Scarp
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the supplied source identifies this as the view from the beach.
Best time to go
Check local conditions before travelling; the supplied sources do not establish a particular best season.
No specific best time is established by the supplied sources. Check local weather and conditions before travelling.
How long to spend
Half day
Perfect for
Walkers · Photographers
Before you go
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Practical information
Opening & access
Reached by the single-track B887. The supplied source describes a visitor gateway and parking by the beach; check current access and facilities before travelling.
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Parking
The supplied source describes parking at the visitor gateway by the beach. Check current arrangements before setting out.
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Toilets
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Food & drink
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The approach is described as a winding single-track road. The beach and onward coastal paths may not suit all visitors; check conditions and access details before travelling.
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Cost
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Around Hushinish Beach
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