John O'Groats Trail (Tain to Dornoch)
Highland, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Highland, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 17.5 mi (28.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 627 ft (191 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 55 min
- High point
- 187 ft (57 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Short Sunderland W6009 Memorial 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Dornoch War Memorial 16.8 mi (27 km) from start
- Historic site: Dornoch Castle 17.3 mi (27.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Georgina Anderson Memorial Fountain 17.3 mi (27.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Mercat Cross 17.3 mi (27.9 km) from start
- Historic site: Seaforth Highlanders War Memorial 17.4 mi (27.9 km) from start
- Shelter 17.4 mi (28.1 km) from start
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Questions about John O'Groats Trail (Tain to Dornoch)
How long is John O'Groats Trail (Tain to Dornoch)?
John O'Groats Trail (Tain to Dornoch) is 17.5 mi (28.1 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 55 min. It climbs 627 ft (191 m) in total, up to a high point of 187 ft (57 m).
How hard is John O'Groats Trail (Tain to Dornoch)?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for John O'Groats Trail (Tain to Dornoch)?
Parking at the start, Free. 11 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on John O'Groats Trail (Tain to Dornoch)?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is John O'Groats Trail (Tain to Dornoch) shaded?
Partly shaded (30% under trees).
What can you do on John O'Groats Trail (Tain to Dornoch)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near John O'Groats Trail (Tain to Dornoch)?
Greens Restaurant, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Co-op Food, 0 mi (0.1 km).
Is this a good week for John O'Groats Trail (Tain to Dornoch)?
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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