Great Glen Way Low Route
Highland, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Highland, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 12.4 mi (19.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 299 ft (91 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 10 min
- High point
- 174 ft (53 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Leitirfearn Trailblazer Rest 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from start
- Campsite: Laggan Locks informal campsite 11.8 mi (18.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Great Glen Way Low Route
How long is Great Glen Way Low Route?
Great Glen Way Low Route is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 10 min. It climbs 299 ft (91 m) in total, up to a high point of 174 ft (53 m).
How hard is Great Glen Way Low Route?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Great Glen Way Low Route?
Parking at the start, Fee. Closest lot to the start: Bridge of Oich. 6 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Great Glen Way Low Route?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 3.4 mi (5.5 km), 11.7 mi (18.9 km).
Is Great Glen Way Low Route shaded?
Mostly shaded (77% under trees).
What can you do on Great Glen Way Low Route?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Great Glen Way Low Route?
Jaggy Thistle Food Stop - Café & Gift Shop, 0.6 mi (1 km) from the start.
Is this a good week for Great Glen Way Low Route?
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.
Trails near Great Glen Way Low Route
- NCN National Route 78 (north) Highland · Hard · 32.9 mi (53 km)
- South Loch Ness Trail Highland · Expert · 37 mi (59.6 km)
- Great North Trail (Grampian Mountains) Perth and Kinross · Expert · 157.2 mi (253 km)
- South Loch Ness Trail Highland · Expert · 38.8 mi (62.5 km)
- Great Glen Way High Route Highland · Expert · 10.1 mi (16.3 km)
- Boar Walk Highland · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
- Hill Walk Highland · Moderate · 3.3 mi (5.2 km)
- "oak" loop path Highland · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap