There are three Firth of Forth islands that qualify for inclusion in the Fife hill list.

Isle of May (51m)

Although the Isle of May is best known for its abundant puffin population, it has a lot more to offer. It is worth exploring the whole island for both its wildlife and history.

There is a network of walking trails on the island. Visitors are requested to stay on the trails so as to avoid disturbing puffins and other nesting birds. A map of the walking trails and a guidebook are available from Nature Scot.

The currently recognised high point of the island is at NT 65438 99348 close to the lighthouse. It is slightly off the trails unfortunately. Thus you will have to content yourself with viewing it from the other side of a wall. The point NT 65526 99333 next to the solar panels is also a contender for the high point. This point is more accessible.

There are two companies based in Anstruther that offer regular sailings to the island. There are also options for sailings from East Lothian. Facilities ashore are limited but there is an information area and toilets.

Inchcolm (31.5m)

Inchcolm is in the care of Historic Environment Scotland. It is best known for its Augustinian Abbey / Priory. If you want to explore the island outwith the abbey it is probably best to visit outwith the nesting season as the gull population can be very territorial. As well as the abbey there are the remains of military defences including a tunnel that can be explored.

The high point is towards the western end of the island and is easily reached by a walking trail. There is slightly higher ground at the eastern end at a gun battery at NT 19161 82576. However, this is not natural ground.

Two companies operate boat trips out of South Queensferry. Once ashore there is a visitor centre, gift shop and toilets.

Inchkeith (59m)

Unlike the other two Fife islands, Inchkeith is not a tourist destination and there is no scheduled boat service. It is privately owned and permission to land should be sought. Despite its rich history the island is now abandoned. In the past it has served as a staging post across the Forth, a quarantine island and key military defence. There is much to explore on the island amongst the old buildings. Due to the nature of the island it should not be considered as a safe environment.

The high point is at NT 29322 82818 to the southwest of lighthouse. It is easily reached via the path that goes up to the lighthouse from the pier.

At the time of writing (2024) the easiest option for organising a visit is with Seahunter Marine based at Granton. This company has a relationship with the owner and experience of the island. If you are landing with your own boat the phone number 07896 330 568 (Orrmac Ltd) is advertised for enquiries.