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Inverness Young Walkers Group

We are the Inverness Young Walkers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

Join us for a mixed walk across the Struie ridge path at the south east edge of the Sutherland hills with a break at the mast on Struie Hill where on a sunny day gives excellent views across the Dornoch Firth.

Start at the parking area at the base of the Struie (https://maps.app.goo.gl/ufoE9cNdVWxBi8xe8)

Expected duration is 3 hours and about 4.5 miles in total

Please sign up by contacting the walk leader by 7pm the day before.

Friday, 18 April 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:
365.8m / 1200ft
Type:
circular

Steep climb and then undulating with a final climb to the mast.  Can be boggy in places.

Normal walking gear advised including boots (or waterproof walking shoes)

Conditions are very dry at the moment - please don't bring any ignition sources (e.g. cigarettes, lighters etc)

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NH 65064 84956
Nearest postcode:
N/A
Start time:
10:30 am

Meet at the car park. Car sharing may be available dependent on numbers. Please let me know if this is required (earlier the better).

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking