The descriptive literature about Scotland shows many spectacular vistas, for example, in the highlands. But the roads seem very small. Is it possible to stop often for a photo shoot? Or is it such that you have to shoot out of a car window? Hopefully not.
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Waikikamukau
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We drove up the West Coast nearly as far north as Ullapool. Probably stopped for photos while driving over 100 times.
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Isle of Skye, Scotland
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There are plenty of places to pause and take photos. I consider myself lucky to live in amongst such stunning landscapes. Look for marked parking places which are indicated by signs with a white P on a blue background.
Be aware that on single track roads with passing places you must not park in passing places. These are only to be used to allow traffic coming in the opposite direction to pass or for faster traffic to pass slower traffic. I have lost count of the number of visitors I have encountered who have parked up in a passing place to take photos of random wildlife or scenery. This is absolutely forbidden. Passing places are sometimes marked with diamond shaped white signs with black 'passing place' text, but sometimes/often the signs have long gone, but the no parking rule still applies.
Another bugbear is that visitors often drive way under the speed limit, holding up locals who need to get about their daily business. You will get friendly waves of appreciation if you pull over to let us past. Take turns driving so the driver is not distracted by the views!
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I can recommend one particular overlook that is gorgeous and has ample parking: the Rest and Be Thankful pass. Last April we drove from Oban to Glasgow and made a point of stopping there because RS’s book’s recommendation. Well worth it.
Enjoy your trip!