WELCOME TO MUCK

Tucked away in the Inner Hebrides, the Isle of Muck is one of Scotland’s best-kept secrets.  At just under two miles long and one mile wide and with a close knit community of around 40 residents, Muck offers a unique escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Here, there are no busy roads, no crowds, no noise but the wind, the waves, and the distant call of seabirds. It’s a place where you can truly switch off, where children can roam freely and safely, and where each day is shaped by the rhythm of the tides and the changing weather.

Walk along pristine sandy beaches, wander across rolling landscapes or hike to the island’s highest point, Beinn Airein, for a panoramic view that will stay with you long after you leave. The island’s quiet beauty makes it a haven for photographers, artists, and anyone seeking a moment of calm. It’s the perfect destination for families, wildlife enthusiasts, walkers, and anyone who loves the outdoors, offering a peaceful retreat with space to do as much or as little as you want.

Explore our gallery below, head to our Things to Do page for inspiration or find out more about Muck here.

Sunset over a tranquil beach with a sailboat and distant mountains.
Cows grazing on a grassy hill with the Isle of Eigg in the distance.
Sunset over the sea with vibrant clouds and silhouetted mountains of Rum in the distance.
Scenic coastal view with rocky shoreline, calm water, and distant mountains under a blue sky.
Silhouette of trees against a sunset over a calm body of water, with distant hills on the horizon.
Birds flying over ocean waves with rocky shoreline
Scenic view of a grassy coastal landscape with rocky terrain and blue ocean in the background.
Sandy beach with rocky shoreline and grassy fields under cloudy sky.
Otter on moss-covered rocks by water.
Two children and a dog standing in shallow ocean water on a sunny day, with a mountainous landscape and sailboat in the background.
Dolphin jumping out of water with distant green hills and cloudy sky in the background.
Sunset view of a landscape with calm waters, rocky shorelines, grassy area, and distant mountains of the Isle of Rum in the distance.
Snow-covered country road with stone walls, barn, and trees at sunset.
Stone cottage with a yellow door, surrounded by wooden picnic tables and chairs on green grass, with trees in the background. Muck Tearoom.
Group of people playing tug-of-war on a grassy field with mountains in the background. The Small Isles Games.
People playing a group game with sticks on a wet, sandy beach. The annual New Year Hockey day bash on the Isle of Muck.
Outdoor gathering with people seated on grass and tables outside Muck Tearoom, musician playing guitar, stone building in background.
Tractor baling hay on a hill near the coast, with bales of hay scattered in the field and a backdrop of hills and sea.
Scenic landscape with lush green fields, stone walls, and distant mountains near a blue sea under a clear sky.
A person among a flock of sheep on a rocky seaside, accompanied by dogs, with a grassy hill in the background and a clear blue sky.
People on homemade rafts racing in a body of water with hills and grazing cows in the background.
Serene sunset over a calm sea with silhouetted mountains and a boat on the horizon, reflecting vibrant hues in the water.
Scenic landscape of green hills, coastal waters, and a distant mountainous horizon at sunset under a partly cloudy sky.
Horses walking along a sandy beach with a person and a dog, rocky cliffs in the background, and a calm blue sea.
Serene sunset over calm water with sailboats and colorful sky.
Coastal landscape with tall grass and cotton-like flowers, overlooking the ocean and distant mountains under a clear blue sky.
Two horses grazing in a grassy field by the sea, with mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Three people traveling on a rural path; one riding a white horse, another on a bicycle, and a child on a smaller bike, surrounded by green fields and hills.
Children playing on a sandy beach with a sailboat in the water and hills in the background.
Underwater view of person snorkeling with fins in clear blue-green water, sandy ocean floor visible, and seaweed in the background. The Small Isles Snorkel Trail.