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Some of the walks described here are challenging and best not attempted on your own. Likewise, these routes should only be undertaken by fit and experienced walkers and are not suitable for the very elderly, very young or anyone carrying an injury. Only fit, properly equipped, experienced hillwalkers with good navigation skills should attempt a round of the Rum Cuillin – and then only in good conditions. The weather can change very rapidly in this maritime mountain environment. The terrain is difficult in places and visibility can be lost with little warning.

After heavy rain or snowfall many burns and rivers run very high, with a terrific volume of fast-moving water. This is especially the case on mountainous Rum. Do not attempt to cross rivers in spate – if you are swept away your chances of survival are very small. If you're successful in crossing one river in such conditions you may come up against an impassable torrent further on; if you then attempt to recross the river you previously crossed, you may find that it is running higher and faster than before.