Affric Kintail Way
Highland, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Highland, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 46.8 mi (75.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 4,344 ft (1,324 m)
- Est. Time
- 17 hr 15 min
- High point
- 1,155 ft (352 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Shelter: Glenlicht House 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from start
- Waterfall 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from start
- Shelter: Camban bothy 8 mi (12.9 km) from start
- Picnic area 17.4 mi (28 km) from start
- Waterfall 18.8 mi (30.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 25 mi (40.2 km) from start
- Picnic area 25.9 mi (41.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Clan Chisholm Society Memorial Stone 30.4 mi (49 km) from start
- Picnic area 41.9 mi (67.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 45.3 mi (72.9 km) from start
- Attraction: Floral Castle 46.8 mi (75.3 km) from start
- Drinking water: Top Up Tap 46.8 mi (75.3 km) from start
- Visitor center: Loch Ness Hub 46.8 mi (75.3 km) from start
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Questions about Affric Kintail Way
How long is Affric Kintail Way?
Affric Kintail Way is 46.8 mi (75.3 km) long. Most people take about 17 hr 15 min. It climbs 4,344 ft (1,324 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,155 ft (352 m).
How hard is Affric Kintail Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Affric Kintail Way?
Parking at the start, 10 spaces. 10 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Affric Kintail Way?
Drinking water on the way at 46.8 mi (75.3 km), 46.8 mi (75.3 km). Toilets: 25.9 mi (41.6 km), 46.8 mi (75.3 km).
Is Affric Kintail Way shaded?
Partly shaded (39% under trees).
What can you do on Affric Kintail Way?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Affric Kintail Way?
The Pitstop at Kintail, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Kintail Crafts, 1.1 mi (1.8 km). 3 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Affric Kintail Way?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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