Great Glen Way
Highland, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Highland, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 73.3 mi (118 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 6,250 ft (1,905 m)
- Est. Time
- 26 hr 45 min
- High point
- 1,250 ft (381 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Inverlochy Castle 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Attraction: The Old Boat of Caol 3 mi (4.9 km) from start
- Attraction: Neptune's Staircase 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from start
- Picnic area 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from start
- Campsite: Moy Bridge informal campsite 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from start
- Picnic area 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from start
- Campsite 11.2 mi (18 km) from start
- Attraction: fairy dell 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Dummy Landing Craft 13 mi (20.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from start
- Shelter 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from start
- Campsite 18.4 mi (29.6 km) from start
- Campsite: Kytra Lock 33 mi (53.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Kytra Lock Trailblazer Rest Site 33.1 mi (53.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Jubilee Memorial Fountain 35.5 mi (57.1 km) from start
- Historic site: War Memorial Tablet 35.5 mi (57.1 km) from start
- Visitor center: Caledonian Canal Centre 35.5 mi (57.1 km) from start
- Drinking water: Top Up Tap 35.6 mi (57.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint 38.9 mi (62.7 km) from start
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Questions about Great Glen Way
How long is Great Glen Way?
Great Glen Way is 73.3 mi (118 km) long. Most people take about 26 hr 45 min. It climbs 6,250 ft (1,905 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,250 ft (381 m).
How hard is Great Glen Way?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Great Glen Way?
Parking at the start, Fee. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Great Glen Way?
Drinking water on the way at 35.6 mi (57.2 km), 35.6 mi (57.2 km), 57.7 mi (92.9 km), 57.7 mi (92.9 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 4.4 mi (7.1 km), 18.4 mi (29.6 km), 35.6 mi (57.2 km). 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Great Glen Way shaded?
Partly shaded (60% under trees).
What can you do on Great Glen Way?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Great Glen Way?
Lochaber Cafe, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Nevisport, 0.1 mi (0.1 km). 5 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Great Glen 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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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap