Glencoe in the Scottish Highlands has been named Scotland's best spooky walk for Halloween by travel experts at GO Outdoors. The village was the only Scottish destination to appear in a UK-wide top 10 ranking of creepy walking spots, scoring six out of 10 overall.
How the Ranking Was Compiled
On Wednesday, October 21, GO Outdoors shared a list of the top 10 creepy walking destinations in the UK ahead of Halloween. The experts analysed annual Google search interest for the beauty spots and counted the number of cemeteries located within five kilometres of each location to compile the roundup.
Glencoe recorded 1,275,000 annual searches between September 2025 and August 2026, with three cemeteries within five kilometres. The village is the site of a brutal massacre that took place on February 13, 1692.
The Glencoe Orbital Path
GO Outdoors singled out the Glencoe Orbital Path as the top spooky walking trail in the area. The walk begins in the village itself, is approximately eight miles long, and takes between two and two-and-a-half hours to complete.
The route takes in the National Trust for Scotland Glen Coe Visitor Centre and the Massacre of Glencoe Monument, a memorial dedicated to the events of 1692 following the Jacobite uprising. The site is widely considered to be among the most haunted in Scotland, with visitors claiming to hear bagpipes echoing throughout the landscape. It is rumoured that the spirits of members of Clan MacDonald of Glencoe, who were murdered by Scottish government forces, haunt the area.
Safety Advice for Spooky Walks
Elsewhere in the UK, Conwy Castle in Wales claimed the title of the UK's spookiest walk, scoring 9.3 out of 10 with 15 cemeteries within five kilometres. The experts highlighted the Two Marine Walk trail that passes the historic castle.
Natalie Wolfenden from GO Outdoors commented: "With darker evenings approaching and Halloween just around the corner, many people will be planning to get outside and enjoy some 'spooktacular' walks. While a spooky stroll is a great way to connect with nature and soak up the Halloween atmosphere, it is essential to take extra precautions to stay safe."
She added: "Always wear reflective clothing to remain visible to others and dress in warm, insulated jackets to ensure you are prepared for cold weather. Investing in the right walking footwear can also help with grip on damp and uneven terrain. Bringing a torch or head torch will help with visibility, but you should also still stick to well-marked paths to avoid getting lost."
Wolfenden also noted: "Finally, while walking through a spooky setting can be exciting, remember that many of these locations are steeped in history. Whether it's ancient woodlands or historic battlefields, make sure to be respectful and leave no trace."
The full list of the UK's most spooky walks according to GO Outdoors includes Conwy Castle, Hampton Court Palace, Dover Castle, Framlingham Castle, Felbrigg Hall, Blickling Estate, Corfe Castle, Glencoe, Chepstow Castle, and Caernarfon Castle.
