Why visit the Isle of Mull?
The Isle of Mull coast
The Isle of Mull is perhaps best known for its silvery sands and gorgeously clear ocean waters. With 300 miles of cliffs and coves, the coast is an excellent place to get your bearings. Check out the pink granite outcrops at Fidden beach, have a coffee on the sand or cliffs at Calgary Bay or look out for white-tailed sea eagles from Ardalanish beach.
Hiking trails
Hiking boots are a must for the Isle of Mull. Whether you’re tackling the clifftops on foot, daring yourself to climb the Isle of Mull’s biggest mountain Ben More or taking your adventures onto the red granite slopes, there are plenty of hiking opportunities. The walk from Carsaig to Lochbuie is a particular favourite, travelling past a sea stack, waterfalls and caves.
Wildlife spotting
The Isle of Mull is a definite wildlife haven, with otters breeding in the rivers and white-tailed eagles and golden eagles being the masters of the sky - so much so that the Isle of Mull has been branded ‘the island of eagles’. Take a boat trip out to Staffa and keep your eyes peeled for puffins, kittiwakes, shag and gulls nesting. The water’s also populated with basking sharks, dolphins and whales, with many boat trips available to see if you can spot them.
Cycling paths
Tackling the Isle of Mull terrain on two wheels is another way to take in the scenery. There’s a 10-mile double track from Craignure to Salen for peaceful bike rides, but for off-road adventures, the Tobermory area is top notch. For more cycling trails, look at the areas around around Ardmore, Glengorm Castle and Dervaig.
Duart Castle
Since the 13th century, Duart Castle has seen battles, romances and (according to legend) ghosts. Once ruined and then restored in the 19th century, it’s one of the most interesting historical spots on the island, with Edwardian state rooms, a 13th-century keep and dungeons.
Unexplored Isle of Mull
Geological formations
Geologists and wannabe geologists will also find plenty to look at on the Isle of Mull. Formed by 2000 million-year-old rocks and layers of basalt lava, the archipelago has produced plenty of unique rock formations and other earthen structures. They include the Fossil Tree, the Carsaig Arches and Mackinnon’s Cave.
The Mull and Iona Food Trail
Foodies should be able to find plenty to sate their appetites in the Isle of Mull, especially if heading out onto The Mull and Iona Food Trail, which covers farm shops and other local food producers. Its crowning attraction is Tobermory, which produces handmade chocolate and two Mull malt whiskies, which can be tasted in the Tobermory Distillery.
Go golfing
Scotland’s golfing reputation has made its way onto the Isle of Mull too. There are two golf courses, both with impressive scenery of the coast. The first is in Tobermory and second is based in Craignure, on a hilltop of heather.
Here’s how
There's plenty of choice for places to stay in the outdoors on the Isle of Mull, whether you’re looking for a simple tent pitch, a place to park your motorhome or something fancier in the form of a glamping site. Our tick box filters will help you to narrow down the choices to something that suits you – pick the style and features that most appeal and you'll be shown a list of suitable options. Have a look at some of our popular collections below:
Isle of Mull not for you? Give the wider Argyll area a go, or check out the attractions on the Isle of Iona and Isle of Coll.
