Between Ullapool and Lochinver to the north is a singularly beautiful landscape which is ideal for the hill walker or climber. Overlooking Loch Lurgain is the 618 metre high Stac Polly or Stac Pollaidh, a conical sandstone mountain which is easily climbed for most of its height although care is required near the summit. Some 4 miles north of Cul Mhor is the 738 metre Suilven, a spectacular mountain with a long summit ridge best approached from Lochinver.
An extraordinary panorama of the area's intricate pattern of Lochs can be enjoyed from the peaks. Another very interesting area for walking lies north of Ullapool and covers a large remote area containing many different environments of interest to the naturalist and geologist. Facilities include a car park, information centre and a nature trail at the Knockan Crag.