Over the original Shiel Bridge is an old military road (the C1123) that is known as the Bealach Ratagain, connecting the communities of Ratagan, Glenelg, Arnisdale, Letterfearn and Corran to the A87.

Due to the surrounding mountains and forests, Shiel Bridge is a popular site for hillwalkers, accessible via bus from both Kyle of Lochalsh and Inverness.

Both the Cape Wrath and Knoydart Trails pass through the village, the latter leading to Suardalan bothy[1] if followed south and west.

Nearby, the Battle of Glenshiel took place in 1719, where Jacobites, supported by around 300 Spanish troops, fought a government army loyal to King George I.

[3] Recently, a small filling station has been converted into a coffee shop and handmade chocolate factory.