Highland walks

Coire Lagan in the Cuillins ( Download : PDF )

4.06mi +1916ft -1916ft 3h30 Difficult
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A superb walk in the Cuillins, with breathtaking views of the sea and a charming little Loch at the end.
The only challenging part is the end of the climb, where you need to climb up some scree for the last 300 metres.

Elgol to Camasunary in the Cuillin ( Download : PDF )

9.21mi +1404ft -1417ft 5h25 Average
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A very nice hike along the water and mountains in the Cuillin.

The Table and the Needle at the Quiraing ( Download : PDF )

3.92mi +1132ft -1122ft 2h45 Average
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The Quiraing combines both majestic mountains and the mysteries of the Isle of Skye. The landscapes are magnificent.

Bla Bhienn from Elgol: an out and return walk ( Download : PDF )

12.61mi +3993ft -3986ft 9h15 Difficult
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This is an ascent of the South ridge of Bla Bhienn starting from and returning to Elgol. It includes the cliff top walk to Camasunary Bay, followed by the ridge. The views are spectacular and the ridge is one of the most memorable mountain days to be had.

On the rooftop of Great Britain: Ben Nevis ( Download : PDF )

10mi +4324ft -4324ft 8h20 Difficult
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Here is a magnificent peak held in high regard by our British friends, Ben Nevis. This summit, though in itself not very high relatively speaking, requires a significant climb in altitude because it starts almost at sea level. During the ascent, the views are breathtaking.

From Kinlochleven to Fort William ( Download : PDF )

15.03mi +1647ft -1663ft 8h20 Difficult
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The seventh and last stage of the WHW makes us evolve in a beautiful setting, at the foot of the Mamore hills. We then cross lightly wooded areas, from which we benefit from a prominent view of Ben Nevis, the highest point in Great Britain. Arrival in the city of Fort William marks the end of this long hike.

From Kingshouse Hotel to Kinlochleven ( Download : PDF )

8.9mi +1109ft -1864ft 5h05 Average
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The sixth stage of the WHW takes us through the highest point of the entire hike, an unnamed pass at an altitude of 550m. After a pleasant walk at the foot of Beinn a’ Chrùlaiste, you reach the pass by climbing the Devil's Staircase, an easier climb than the name of this path suggests. We then descend on good paths or wide tracks on the former small industrial town of Kinochleven.

Old Man of Storr ( Download : PDF )

2.56mi +1063ft -1056ft 2h05 Easy
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A very short, easy walk to do late afternoon (when most walkers have come back down off the mountain) so you can enjoy the silence and evening light.

The Fairy Pools ( Download : PDF )

4.14mi +1001ft -1001ft 2h45 Easy
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A short walk around the Fairy Pools, so you can see them from close up, followed by a tranquil walk in the valley, away from the crowds.

Glenmore Forest Park ( Download : PDF )

3.73mi +299ft -305ft 2h00 Easy
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An easy, family-friendly walk in the Cairngorms National Park.

Glen Affric ( Download : PDF )

10.87mi +535ft -531ft 5h30 Average
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A nice trip around Loch Affric near Inverness. Not at all difficult and with some beautiful landscapes.

Ben Nevis by the Carn Mor Dearg ridge ( Download : PDF )

9.52mi +4997ft -5003ft 8h45 Difficult
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A very interesting alternative, full of variations, to the normal route to reach the summit of the famous Ben Nevis, the highest peak in Great Britain. It is a wilder variant than the normal route. Without being too technical it remains a solid hike. It allows walkers the opportunity to contemplate the very famous north face of Ben Nevis.

Muck Pier to Horse Island during low tide ( Download : PDF )

2.91mi +148ft -43ft 1h30 Average
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A day adventure over to Horse Island. Make sure you cross from Lamb Island - the first little one - to Horse Island at low tide.

Aonach Mor and Aonach Beag - two of the "Lochaber giants" ( Download : PDF )

8.1mi +4432ft -4154ft 7h35 Difficult
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This walk in the mountains north of Fort William visits the summits of Aonach Mor and Aonach Beag, both of which exceed 4,000 feet above sea level. The views on a good day are stunning especially of Ben Nevis. The route contains plenty of ascent and you should remember that suitable clothing is essential so you can cope with rapid changes in weather. There are also snow cornices to be considered.

Cairngorm & Ben Macdui from the ski centre ( Download : PDF )

10.92mi +2897ft -2887ft 7h35 Difficult
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This high mountain walk visits the second highest summit in Scotland - Ben Macdui. In addition the route visits some of the wild country surrounding this peak including the summit of Cairngorm. Do choose a good day to complete this walk as navigation can be difficult for inexperienced walkers.

Stacks of Duncansby from Duncansby Head near John O'Groats ( Download : PDF )

1.42mi +289ft -253ft 0h55 Easy
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This Highland walk visits the most north-easterly point of mainland Britain. The coast around Duncansby Head is dramatic and full of bird-life in season.

Loch an Eilein - Rothiemurchus Forest walk ( Download : PDF )

9.64mi +89ft -472ft 4h30 Average
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This walk lies within the Cairngorm National Park and visits the lochs and lochans that lie between Loch Morlich and the twon of Aviemore. The route offers a number of alternatives for the return to the start and provides an excellent walk if low cloud is limiting higher level walks in the mountains.