East Highland Way
An 83-mile long-distance footpath in the Highlands of Scotland forging a course from Fort William to Aviemore. The terrain is varied, including forest paths, lochside tracks, and mountain paths. With map, statistics, and GPX route file.
Statistics and Files
Grid Ref: NN 105 741
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
Time: 35–45 hours
Duration: 4–8 days
Ordnance Survey Explorer Maps (1:25,000):
392 Ben Nevis and Fort William
393 Ben Alder, Loch Ericht and Loch Laggan
399 Loch Arkaig
400 Loch Lochy and Glen Roy
401 Loch Laggan and Creag Meagaidh
OL56 Badenoch, Upper Strathspey, Kingussie and Newtonmore
OL57 Cairn Gorm, Aviemore and Loch Morlich
Summary
Developed in 2007 by Kevin Langan, the East Highland Way (Scottish Gaelic: Slighe Ghaidhealtachd an Ear) is a long-distance walking route in Scotland that connects Fort William with the ski and mountain resort of Aviemore. The name is derived from the fact that the route terminates in Aviemore at the eastern edge of the Highland region. The East Highland Way route takes in a varied and wild landscape through deep forest plantations, passing many Highland lochs and negotiating unspoilt marshlands. The route also explores the ancient Caledonian forests of Inshriach. (Source: Wikipedia)