Description
Volcanic eruptions many millions of years ago formed the distinctive stepped outline of the peninsula. A 5mi/8km long footpath, in parts rather treacherous, runs alongside Loch Scridain to MacCulloch's Fossil Tree, that was encased in lava about 50 million years ago.
Hobbies & Activities category: Hiking opportunity;  Minerals, geology attraction, mining;  Natural area
Do-It-Yourself Tours
Address
NTS Argyll, Lochaber & the Western Isles Region
Oban
United Kingdom
Tips
Visitor's cars are not permitted beyond the car park at Tiroran; a seven mi walk on a challenging footpath to the Burg.
Typical Visit
4 hours
Attractions Near The Burg, Isle of Mull, Hebrides