West Highland Way
Glasgow to Fort William, Scotland
The West Highland Way is one of the most famous long-distance walks in Scotland.
It starts in the lowlands near Glasgow and winds its way along iconic Loch Lomond, into the highlands. The route varies from smooth walking paths to Roman roads and rocky tracks, but the scenery on every day spectacular.
I walked the West Highland Way with a friend in late May 2018. The track was busy and accommodation tricky to find in parts, so book early. We used a Sherpa service to carry our overnight bags. It was well worth the money and made the long days and steep parts of the walk much more enjoyable.
The track is well marked but it is wise to take a guide book and maps with you, particularly if the weather is poor. Anthony Burton’s West Highland Way guidebook, published by Aurum Press, was invaluable for both planning and walking.
I loved the West Highland Way so much, I set my first novel on the track. I’ve spent the years since re-living my trip through photos and stories and I can’t wait to do it all again soon.
