Walking the Great Glen Way long distance path

The Great Glen Way path is 79 miles (127km) long, which starts at Fort William and finishes at Inverness.

Great Glen Way XT40 mapThe Great Glen Way route starts at Fort William and then follows the Caledonian Canal which links the large lochs along the Great Glen to Inverness. This path cuts diagonally across Scotland between the Highlands and Grampian Mountain ranges. You can either walk, cycle or travel by boat, canoe or kayak along this trail.

The Great Glen Way path passes the foot of Ben Nevis, follows tree-lined towpaths of the Caledonian Canal, and follows the shores of Loch Lochy, Loch Oich and Loch Ness. Dotted along the route are many ancient castles and forts that provide good historical interest.

Map of the Great Glen Way long distance path

Map of the Great Glen Way long distance path

What maps and guidebooks are available for the Great Glen Way?

There are numerous maps and guidebooks that cover the Great Glen Way that are available to buy from our shop.   These include the Great Glen XT40 map that is produced by Harvey Maps, and the Great Glen Way Guidebook published by the Rucksack Readers.

Buy walking maps and guidebooks for the Great Glen Way from our shop.

Buy walking maps and guidebooks for the Great Glen Way from our shop.

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