Seals, Stags & Six Foot Bracken- A Walk Around The Jura Coast

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This was without doubt the toughest trip i have ever completed, yet provided me with experiences which will live long in the memory. Starting in the south of the island, I caught the only bus along the only road on Jura until it ended. From there it was just me, the elements and several thousand deer for company.
The first day saw me walking for eleven hours, the last five of which only saw me covering around three miles. The thick bracken, tussocky grass and total lack of footpaths proved to be a real test of my resilience. Ticks and the famous midge just added to the challenge.
Along the way though I enjoyed a fine night at Glengarrisdale Bothy, some wild camping and a final stay at a secret bothy I knew nothing about.

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@ChrisJB Год назад

What a result, stumbling on that positively luxurious bothy. Always fancied Jura, mainly for the Corryvreckan whirlpool, which I first saw on the telly as a lad.👌

@danexitsstreetview3273 Год назад

It was certainly needed Chris. Brutal walk but still well worth exploring.

@alanrobinson2229 4 месяца назад

It's a life long dream of mine to go to Jura and see Corryvreckan.Also climb the Paps. Did you not consider the foot ferry from Tayvallich? Have you any idea what weight you were carrying and what food did take?

@danexitsstreetview3273 4 месяца назад

Didn't know about that ferry until after I returned. As for weight, I don't know but was travelling with fire logs and plenty of food to start. Got lighter though by the end. Hope you have a great trip. Happy to help in any way if I can. Cheers.

@Chechenwolf100 5 месяцев назад

The north west Coast of Jura is fabulous, hard walking but worth it. If you ever go again add Corpach Bay, Shian Bay, Ruantallain Bothy and Cruib bothy to your list..

@danexitsstreetview3273 5 месяцев назад

I wanted to do these on this trip, but the bracken just made it impossible. Need to head there when that isn't head height.

@MFBADVENTURES 8 месяцев назад

Loved the video!....thinking of heading to that bothy solo in march... Thanks for sharing this!

@danexitsstreetview3273 8 месяцев назад

Pleasure. It's a cracking place and a wise move to be heading there in Spring. The bracken and midges should be nowhere to be seen!

@swiftymorgan5064 5 месяцев назад

Very nice 10/10 Some great shots of an overlooked island Did look hard going though

@danexitsstreetview3273 5 месяцев назад

I look back and smile at the memories of this trip but that first day was an absolute killer. I think I was on my feet for a good ten hours or so in the end.

@jack_liddle Год назад

I think the northern end of the tectonic plate we are on is rising upwards. After the glacier retreated at the end of the last ice age the weight has been lifted off it

@danexitsstreetview3273 Год назад

Interesting bit of geography there jack. I remember reading at Glencoe that the mountains used to be much taller as well but erosion has worn the tops away over the years.

@Notchedto11 Год назад

Wow Dan, what a wonderful place to visit, and you showed great resilience putting up with the terrain. Adapt & conquer! Really enjoyable episode! Thank you as always for sharing! All the best, Marcus

@danexitsstreetview3273 Год назад

Thanks for watching as always Marcus. It really was a tough walk, but one I'll remember for a long time. Well worth the effort.

@johnramage45 2 месяца назад

Braw video mate, from a Scotsman yet to visit this island (heading next week) I suggest you check out the Outer Hebridean islands

@danexitsstreetview3273 2 месяца назад

Brace yourself for midges and six foot bracken if you are hiking. Still cracking though. Want to get out to Lewis and Harris but again think August could be plagued with midges. Ruined a fair bit of the trip last summer if I am honest. Proper nasty when camping.

@leenieledejo6849 14 дней назад

I love Islay (I did some cycling there) and Jura. I've hiked over a dozen times in Europe but not much in my native Scotland. I'm glad I discovered your videos. To be honest, it was initially because I was curious about the route the missing hiker (as reported on the BBC website) took: Inverie to Glenfinnan. That's the first video of yours I watched. Your films are well-presented and beautifully shot but above all it's your spirit, your appreciation, your enthusiasm and your gratitude that are most compelling. May God continue to protect you and bless you. I can definitely see He has already...🙏

@danexitsstreetview3273 14 дней назад

Very kind words Lee. I am assuming that's your name from your username? A beautiful island and i will be back albeit outside of summer. Never want to experience those midges and bracken again!

@leenieledejo6849 13 дней назад

@@danexitsstreetview3273 "Leenie" is my nickname :) Have you ever thought of doing the Camino de Santiago? The one (called the "Francés") from Saint Jean Pied de Port is the classic (and imho the best for many reasons) but there are so many others, beginning in different places in France, Switzerland, Germany and other countries in Europe. It has its own challenges. I met a young American woman who had done the Appalachian Trail "thru hike" and she said the Camino had challenges she hadn't expected eg. her first blisters and the dry heat especially during the more exposed stages during the "Meseta" part.

@jeremyhartley6939 4 месяца назад

We camped on the next beach around. The walk in from the end of the road was lovely until the path disappeared and we too had to descend the cliffs. Instead of midges we had a delightful tick experience. I am still itching two weeks later. It is a stunning island and we are definitely going back.

@danexitsstreetview3273 4 месяца назад

Yes the ticks are awful. Good job you dodged the bracken. That was the hardest bit for me and so energy sapping. Glad you had a great trip.