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West Highland Way

United Kingdom · Europe · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 85/100

At a glance

CountriesUnited Kingdom
ContinentEurope
RegionScotland (Highlands)
TypeThru-hike / long-distance trail
Length154 km
Typical duration7 days
Difficulty3/5 (Moderate)
Max altitude550 m
Best seasonMay-Sep
StartMilngavie
EndFort William
Permit / guideno
Special gearnone

Score

85/100
Scenery
30/35
Fame
22/25
Uniqueness
15/20
Logistics
18/20

Scotland's most famous trail: Loch Lomond, Rannoch Moor and Glencoe scenery with excellent waymarking and services

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

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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