Cateran Trail
A 64-mile long-distance walk in Scotland created by the Perth and Kinross Countryside Trust. A variety of terrain is covered by the trail, including farmland, mountains, and forest. With map, statistics, and GPX route file.
Statistics and Files
Start: Blairgowrie
Grid Ref: NO 178 454
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
Grid Ref: NO 178 454
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
Climbing: 2,354 metres
Time: 30–40 hours
Duration: 4–6 days
Time: 30–40 hours
Duration: 4–6 days
Ordnance Survey Explorer / Landranger Maps:
OL53 Lochnagar, Glen Muick and Glen Clova
380 Dundee and Sidlaw Hills
381 Blairgowrie, Kirriemuir and Glamis
387 Glen Shee and Braemar
Summary
The Cateran Trail is a circular long-distance walking route in central Scotland. The official start and end point is Blairgowrie, Perth and Kinross. The route was established, waymarked, and is maintained by the Perth and Kinross Countryside Trust. A variety of terrain is covered by the trail, including farmland, mountains, and forest. The path itself follows old drovers’ roads, minor paved roads, and farm tracks, and can typically be walked in 4 to 6 days. (Source: Wikipedia)