Trekking

Cape Wrath Trail

United Kingdom · Scottish Highlands

A remote long-distance crossing through the Northwest Highlands.

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Route overview

Scotland's most demanding long-distance trail, usually walked from Fort William to Cape Wrath.

Why travellers choose this trip

Scotlands most demanding long-distance trail, usually walked from Fort William to Cape Wrath.

Remote Scottish Highlands terrain, river crossings, rough trackless sections, and a long committing line from Fort William to Cape Wrath.

Route stages

Stage 1

Fort William to Cape Wrath traverse

Fort William to Cape Wrath

Distance
370 km
Ascent
9,200 m
Time
136h

The classic full-trail line from Fort William to Scotland's far north-west cape.

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