West Highland Way

Walking the West Highland Way, a 96-mile (154 km) trek stretching from Milngavie near Glasgow to Fort William in the Scottish Highlands, offers both profound challenges and unforgettable rewards. Trekkers face demanding terrain—ranging from the steep ascent of the Devil’s Staircase to the remote, boggy stretches of Rannoch Moor—along with unpredictable weather, where rain falls on over 250 days a year. Blistered feet, heavy packs, and midges are constant companions, yet these hardships are eclipsed by the trail’s raw beauty and cultural richness. Hikers are rewarded with panoramic views of Loch Lomond, the dramatic peaks of Glencoe, and a tangible sense of Scotland’s wild, untamed spirit. With over 40,000 people completing the route annually, it has become a rite of passage, offering not only physical achievement but also moments of serene solitude and camaraderie in bothies and local inns along the way.