West Highland Way (Highlights) / Scotland

West Highland Way / Milngavie to Fort William / Scotland:

The West Highland Way stretches 96 miles (154 Km) from Milngavie to Fort William, taking in a huge variety of scenery along the way, from countryside parks to loch-shores and open moorlands to steep mountains.

Normally the route is completed from south to north, the thinking behind this being the southern stages are easier and will prepare you for the more demanding northern stages.

Due to the variety of distances involved, these sections should not necessarily be considered as a days activity. Planning of stage lengths should be based upon ability and fitness and the opportunities available to explore places of interest along the route. See our itineraries section for ideas on how to split up the route.

Leg 1: Milngavie to Rowardennan
Distance: 27.56 miles
Ascent: 4118ft
Leg 2: Rowardennan to Crianlarich car park
Distance: 21 miles
Ascent: 4841ft
Leg 3: Crianlarich to Inveroran car park
Distance: 17 miles
Ascent: 2501ft
Leg 4: Inveroran to Kinlochleven
Distance: 18.3 miles
Ascent: 2846ft
Leg 5: Kinlochleven to Fort William.
Distance: 15.8 miles + .5 mile wonder
Ascent: 2752ft
So this was total of 100 miles with almost 5200m Ascent, there was highs and lows for path but not for humour and determination by team. As studied path prior to start of the task, found the most easiest part was Devils’s Staircase and several other unexpected physical and emotional challenges which over come by stunning views around you.

The West Highland Way was Scotland's first long distance route and remains by far the most popular. Stretching for 151km from Milngavie on the edge of Glasgow to Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis, the route offers a fabulous introduction to the Scottish Highlands. Those wanting to add an extra days walking could even begin in the heart of Glasgow, reaching Milngavie by following the Kelvin Walkway.

It offers tremendous variety, beginning in the pastoral landscapes beneath the Campsies, past the serene beauty of Loch Lomond, and on into increasingly rugged and majestic Highlands. It then crosses the vast, awe-inspiring expanse of Rannoch Moor, with a glimpse down Glencoe, before crossing the hills to lovely Loch Leven. The route finally reaches Fort William via beautiful Glen Nevis. The very keenest could continue from the town by walking the Great Glen Way, or the unofficial East Highland Way.

Видео West Highland Way (Highlights) / Scotland канала Nature Expeditions