John O'Groats Trail (Dornoch to Golspie)
Highland, United Kingdom
Point-to-point trail in Highland, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 14.2 mi (22.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 443 ft (135 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 45 min
- High point
- 164 ft (50 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from start
- Shelter 3.7 mi (6 km) from start
- Historic site: Skelbo Castle 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from start
- Shelter 13.5 mi (21.7 km) from start
- Historic site: Golspie War Memorial 13.5 mi (21.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 13.6 mi (22 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about John O'Groats Trail (Dornoch to Golspie)
How long is John O'Groats Trail (Dornoch to Golspie)?
John O'Groats Trail (Dornoch to Golspie) is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 45 min. It climbs 443 ft (135 m) in total, up to a high point of 164 ft (50 m).
How hard is John O'Groats Trail (Dornoch to Golspie)?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for John O'Groats Trail (Dornoch to Golspie)?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on John O'Groats Trail (Dornoch to Golspie)?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 13.8 mi (22.2 km).
Is John O'Groats Trail (Dornoch to Golspie) shaded?
Mostly exposed (19% under trees).
What can you do on John O'Groats Trail (Dornoch to Golspie)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near John O'Groats Trail (Dornoch to Golspie)?
The Dornoch Inn, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Co-op Food, 0.1 mi (0.2 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for John O'Groats Trail (Dornoch to Golspie)?
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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