Port Charlotte, Islay
| Distance | Approximate Time | Height Gain | OS Map |
| 4.6 kms | 1 1/2 hours | 0 metres | Explorer 353: Islay North |
Description
Start from the car park - turn right and follow the main road out of Port Charlotte. After about 1/2 mile turn left up a track past the old manse. Near the remains of Lorgbaw bear left across the hill to a stile at a fence/wall junction. Continue uphill - head for the edge of the forest which comes into view. From the summit of Octomore Hill walk downhill to the southwest to cross a stile on a fence. Follow the line of an old stone wall downhill to cross the Abhuinn Gearach and go through a gate onto the minor road which leads back to Port Charlotte.
Access Info
Start in Port Charlotte from the car park opposite the Museum of Islay Life. Port Charlotte is about eight miles west of Bowmore on the A847 and has a regular bus service. Details of this and other public transport services may be found in the Islay and
More Info
This route is available in more detail with an associated map in the Footprint Guide to 'The Isles of Islay, Jura & Colonsay' available from Tourist Information Centres.
