Cape Wrath Trail
United Kingdom · Europe · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 75/100
At a glance
| Countries | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Northwest Highlands (Scotland) |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 330 km |
| Typical duration | 18 days |
| Difficulty | 5/5 (Very hard) |
| Max altitude | 521 m |
| Best season | May-Sep |
| Start | Fort William (Banavie) |
| End | Cape Wrath |
| Permit / guide | no |
| Special gear | map+compass navigation skills |
Score
75/100
Britain's toughest unofficial trail: wild unmarked route through remote NW Highlands; outstanding but demanding
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
Max altitude varies by route variant; figure is approximate
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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