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Distance: 7 kms
Rate: moderate
Map (incl. elevation information): Camus Nan Geall walk
GPS-track available for download: yes
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Start is from a parkinglot where you can overlook this stunning bay.
Underneath overview of this gorgeous bay is for sale on Dreamstime.
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The walk slowly descends towards the bay and soon you will come across huge stones which are the remains of a chambered burial place, about 6,000 years old.
A little bit further on towards the beach is a small walled enclosure said to be the burial place of the Campbell family's catholic members. In front of the enclosure is a bronze age standing stone. The sea facing edge reveals two well worn engravings: a celtic cross and a dog.
Once on the beach, head west along the shoreline. The path rises into the banked remains of an ironage promontory fort (3000 years old).
And quess who was there as well? Yes....Elgar. But besides him we haven't seen a soul on this walk.
Continue for a long time along the shore untill a fence comes down from the side above. Follow this fence (and we mean this literally) untill you are on top of the small hill.
The "path" will lead to the scattered fuins of Bourblaigue, a large clearance village. And we must admit: this village had a superb view over the whole area and is very remotely situated.
From here you have to head back towards the route. There are a few ways to get back but walk carefully cause it is all cross country. Here is a beautiful view towards the shoreline.
A very pleasant walk where you will be all on your own, so take your time and enjoy the scenery.