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Self-Guided Walks

Put your best foot forward and experience the beautiful Isle of Man on foot. Whether you’re a keen rambler or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll, here you’ll find a range of self-guided routes to put on your wishlist. Our Family Trails with downloadable maps are also ideal for mini explorers!
There are a number of walks to choose from, searchable by their level of difficulty, length and location. Some of the walks run alongside old railway tracks, through enchanting glens or close by heritage attractions – such as the Great Laxey Wheel or Castle Rushen.
If you’re after something more challenging, our long-distance walks are more than 10 miles each with routes covering both roads and open moorland through scenic countryside.
For the experienced walker, the Raad Ny Foillan coastal walk is a demanding trail that takes you approximately 95 miles around the coast. It is a highly rewarding adventure with fantastic views that vary as you make your way around the Island.
Or, for a self-guided walk with a twist, try geocaching, an activity trail, or cover more ground by hopping on and off the vintage railways with our choice of Railway Rambles.
We hope you have a safe and wonderful experience exploring our self-guided walks, but, if you should encounter any issues on your path, please report this at www.reportaproblem.im. For urgent issues call 01624 850000.

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Archibald Knox Trail

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All over the Island

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+441624663762

akforum@manx.net

The Archibald Knox Trail has been developed so you can see 27 places of Knox interest on the Isle of Man, which contain over 60 items of his work or details about his life.
Ballaugh Blackberry Walk

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Ballaugh Post Office, Station Road, Ballaugh, IM7 5EJ

Ballaugh

Take a walk on the wild side and discover the hidden countryside in the heart of Ballaugh where you will find blackberries to pick, stunning views to see and wild wallabies to spot with your binoculars!
Railway Ramble: Port Soderick Station, Port Soderick Glen, Marine Drive and Douglas Head

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Port Soderick Station, Port Soderick

Port Soderick

Grading: Leisurely
Distance: 4.6 miles. Discover some of the best coastal views the Island has to offer whilst walking from Port Soderick to Douglas Harbour. Take a glimpse into the Island's Victorian past by visiting the Great Camera Obscura.
Silverdale Glen and Castletown Stroll

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Silverdale Road, Ballasalla, IM9 3DT

Ballasalla

Discover the hidden south of the island as you follow the path from a quaint Victorian glen to the ruins of a Cistercian abbey then all the way down the river to Castletown, the island's ancient capital.
Railway Ramble: Castletown, Scarlett, Pooil Vaaish

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Castletown

Castletown

Grading: Leisurely
Distance: 9.6 km / 6 miles
Through Castletown and along the coastline, see the geology of Scarlett and the Black Marble Quarry then back through open farmland.
City of Peel - Heritage Strolls

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Peel

Peel

Peel is a part of our magical island. The streets are steeped in the memories of time’s past. It has had many lives from the Vikings to military to religious to fishing and many more.
Railway Ramble: Glen Mona, Snaefell Mines, Laxey Valley, Agneash, Laxey Village

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Glen Mona Station, Glen Mona

Glen Mona

Grading: Strenuous
Distance: 9 km / 5.8 mile. A steep but rewarding walk taking you across open moorland before descending to the disused Snaefell Mines, along the valley and finally down to Laxey Village.
A Walk Around Castletown

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Start: Castle Rushen, Castle St, Castletown, IM9 1LA

Castletown

Take a stroll around the ancient capital of Mann and discover the interesting facts and stories that this town has to tell.
5 - North West Summits

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Start/Finish: Kirk Michael Main Road, Kirk Michael

Kirk Michael

Grading: Difficult
Distance/Duration: 17km or 10.5mi / 6h
You will climb the steep slopes of Slieau Curn for enchanting views northwards of the remote Glen Dhoo Valley where there is often swooping Peregrine Falcons and Hen Harriers.
Glen Mooar and Glen Wyllin

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Glen Wyllin Campsite, Kirk Michael

Kirk Michael

Grading: Moderate
Distance: 6.4 km / 4 miles
Two beautiful glens, a disused Victorian railway line, an ancient site, a nature reserve and one of the Island’s tallest waterfalls. What more could you want from a short walk?
Railway Ramble: Colby Station, Colby Glen, Cronk-e-Dhooney to Colby Level Halt

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Grading: Leisurely
Distance: 5.97 km / 3.71 miles
The walk allows you to explore wild beauty in both the glen and the countryside. Colby river runs centrally through the glen, with footpaths on either side, proving pleasant stream side walks.
6 - Central Summits

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Start: Brandywell Road, Finish: Peel Road, West Baldwin

West Baldwin

Grading: Difficult
Distance/Duration: 10km or 6.2mi / 3h 15m
Expect rich wildlife and far-reaching views on this linear route through the Island’s peaceful central spine as you walk from top to top of these five summits.
Railway Ramble: Ballasalla, Rushen Abbey, Silverdale Glen, Grenaby

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Ballasalla

Ballasalla

Grading: Leisurely
Distance: 11.7 km / 7.32 miles
Ramble through Silverdale Glen beside the river, through quiet lanes whilst taking in the history of Rushen Abbey and the beauty of the open farmland.
Railway Ramble: Castletown, Derbyhaven, Langness, St. Michael's Island

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Castletown station, Castletown

Castletown

Grading: Leisurely
Distance: 7.22 miles
A stunning coastal walk with a historic fort and keeill thrown in for interest. A paradise for marine and bird enthusiasts.
Douglas Heritage and Nature Walk

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The Grandstand, Douglas

dtcm@douglas.gov.im

Douglas

The Douglas Heritage and Nature Walk celebrates the variety in the town's landscapes, architecture, history and culture. The trail takes in 57 points of interest around Douglas and its outskirts starting at the famous TT Grandstand.

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