The West Highland Way, synonymous with Scotland’s rugged beauty, stretches 96 miles (154 km) from Milngavie, just north of Glasgow, to the picturesque Fort William in the Scottish Highlands.
Winding through moor and mountain, forest and glen, the West Highland Way is more than a trail—it’s a quiet test of spirit. Over six to eight days, each footstep tells a story of resolve shaped by wind, weather, and wonder.
Route Stages
Milngavie to Drymen – 12 miles/19 km
Easy start through farmland and woodland.
Pass Mugdock Country Park and enjoy views of the Campsie Fells.
Drymen to Rowardennan – 15 miles/24 km
Ascend Conic Hill for stunning views of Loch Lomond and its islands.
Visit the charming village of Balmaha on the loch’s shores.
Then follow picturesque route along Loch Lomond’s eastern shoreline.
Pass beaches, forests, and rocky sections with excellent photo opportunities.
Rowardennan to Inverarnan – 14 miles/22 km
A challenging but rewarding section along the remote northern stretch of Loch Lomond.
Inverarnan to Tyndrum – 12 miles/19 km
Follow the River Falloch and enjoy Highland views.
Reach Tyndrum, a small village perfect for rest.
Tyndrum to Inveroran – 9 miles/19 km
Cross open moorlands with dramatic mountain backdrops.
Visit the charming Bridge of Orchy.
Inveroran to Kingshouse – 10 miles/16 km
Traverse the wild Rannoch Moor, one of Scotland’s most remote landscapes.
Arrive at Kingshouse, a historic inn with breathtaking views.
Kingshouse to Kinlochleven – 9 miles/14 km
Climb the Devil’s Staircase, the highest point on the trail, with sweeping views.
Descend into Kinlochleven, nestled between mountains.
Kinlochleven to Fort William – 15 miles/24 km
The final stretch passes through forestry and opens into the Glen Nevis valley.
Finish in Fort William, at the foot of Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain.
Route: – 154 km – 96 miles from Milngavie, north of Glasgow, to Fort William.
- West Highland Way – Official website