West Highland Way 7 Days

Embark on the West Highland Way, Scotland’s premier long-distance trail, with our comprehensive 7-day itinerary. Stretching 153 km from Milngavie to Fort William, this trail offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience Scotland’s varied landscapes—from gentle lowlands and serene lochs to rugged mountains. The journey is perfectly suited for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a rewarding challenge over one week.

The adventure begins in the charming town of Milngavie, just north of Glasgow, and concludes in the lively town of Fort William, at the base of Ben Nevis. As you walk, you’ll encounter the stunning shores of Loch Lomond, the expansive Rannoch Moor, and the dramatic vistas of Glencoe, each providing a unique backdrop from wooded paths to vast moorlands and towering mountains.

Highlights along the route include the picturesque Loch Lomond, the historical Inverlochy Castle ruins, and the awe-inspiring Glen Nevis. Outonome.com supports trekkers with detailed planning resources such as itinerary-specific pages, interactive maps, and a unique Planning Tool. These resources ensure you are well-equipped for each segment of your journey, making your exploration of the West Highland Way both memorable and manageable. Visit our outdoor maps page for detailed maps of the entire United Kingdom, enhancing your hiking preparation.

1. Day 1 : Milngavie to Drymen

   Distance : 19.75 km
   Estimated walking time : 05h10
   Elevation gain : 280 meters
   Elevation loss : 283 meters
   Highest altitude : 142 meters
   Lowest altitude : 22 meters
   Steps reached : Milngavie, Broadmeadow Road, Craigallian Loch, Carbeth Loch, Dumgoyne, Turnip The Beet, Gartness, Drymen
   Country crossed : United Kingdom

   

2. Day 2 : Drymen to Rowardennan (north)

   Distance : 25.24 km
   Estimated walking time : 07h50
   Elevation gain : 732 meters
   Elevation loss : 758 meters
   Highest altitude : 335 meters
   Lowest altitude : 9 meters
   Steps reached : Drymen, Balmaha, Cashel, Sallochy, Lochan Maoil Dhuinne, Rowardennan (south), Rowardennan (north)
   Country crossed : United Kingdom

   

3. Day 3 : Rowardennan (north) to Beinglas

   Distance : 21.32 km
   Estimated walking time : 06h50
   Elevation gain : 709 meters
   Elevation loss : 710 meters
   Highest altitude : 102 meters
   Lowest altitude : 9 meters
   Steps reached : Rowardennan (north), Rowchoish, Inversnaid, Doune Byre, Ardleish, Beinglas
   Country crossed : United Kingdom

   

4. Day 4 : Beinglas to Tyndrum Lower

   Distance : 18.63 km
   Estimated walking time : 06h00
   Elevation gain : 648 meters
   Elevation loss : 438 meters
   Highest altitude : 360 meters
   Lowest altitude : 21 meters
   Steps reached : Beinglas, Ewich Guest House, Kirkton, Auchtertyre, Tyndrum Lower
   Country crossed : United Kingdom

   

5. Day 5 : Tyndrum Lower to Kingshouse

   Distance : 30.50 km
   Estimated walking time : 08h50
   Elevation gain : 671 meters
   Elevation loss : 659 meters
   Highest altitude : 449 meters
   Lowest altitude : 54 meters
   Steps reached : Tyndrum Lower, Tyndrum, Crom Allt, Bridge of Orchy, Mam Carraigh, Inveroran, Kingshouse
   Country crossed : United Kingdom

   

6. Day 6 : Kingshouse to Kinlochleven

   Distance : 14.23 km
   Estimated walking time : 04h50
   Elevation gain : 475 meters
   Elevation loss : 712 meters
   Highest altitude : 551 meters
   Lowest altitude : 10 meters
   Steps reached : Kingshouse, Altnafeadh, Kinlochleven
   Country crossed : United Kingdom

   

7. Day 7 : Kinlochleven to Fort William

   Distance : 24.62 km
   Estimated walking time : 08h25
   Elevation gain : 897 meters
   Elevation loss : 889 meters
   Highest altitude : 335 meters
   Lowest altitude : 7 meters
   Steps reached : Kinlochleven, Lairifmor, Glen Nevis, Fort William
   Country crossed : United Kingdom