Coastal Walk
Shetland Islands, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Shetland Islands, United Kingdom. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 5.8 mi (9.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 194 ft (59 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 55 min
- High point
- 69 ft (21 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Goudies Funeral Directors 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Louise Hughson Baby Memorial Garden 2.5 mi (4 km) from start
- Historic site: Anderson Homes 3.1 mi (5 km) from start
- Beach: Bain's Beach 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Market Cross 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from start
- Visitor center: Tourist Centre 3.6 mi (5.9 km) from start
- Toilets: Esplanade Public Toilets 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Diana Memorial Fountain 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from start
- Drinking water: Top Up Tap 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from start
- Historic site: MTB 626 and MTB 686 Memorial 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Coastal Walk
How long is Coastal Walk?
Coastal Walk is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 55 min. It climbs 194 ft (59 m) in total, up to a high point of 69 ft (21 m).
How hard is Coastal Walk?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Coastal Walk?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Coastal Walk?
Drinking water on the way at 3.8 mi (6.1 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 3.7 mi (5.9 km), 4.2 mi (6.8 km), 5.6 mi (9 km).
Is Coastal Walk shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Coastal Walk?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Where can you eat near Coastal Walk?
Fjarå Coffee, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Tesco, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for Coastal Walk?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Stanley Hill Shetland Islands · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
- Draft Line Shetland Islands · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Equestrian route Seafield Shetland Islands · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Ness of Sound Coastal Route Shetland Islands · Easy · 3.8 mi (6.1 km)
- Cunningham Way Shetland Islands · Moderate · 4.1 mi (6.6 km)
- Grottie Buckie Beach Shetland Islands · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap