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Papa Stour - North Ness Circular

Distance Approximate Time Height Gain OS Map
4 kms 01:30 (hrs:mins) 30 metres Explorer 469: Shetland - Mainland North West

Description

From the pier in Housa Voe, walk round the North Ness to the head of West Voe. A track from the beach leads to the road back down to the pier. Look for prehistoric homestead sites, burnt mounds, caves and natural arches. Shags terns and skuas also seen.

Access Info

Limited ferry service from mainland.

More Info

'Walks on Shetland' by Mary Welsh.

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