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West Highland Way
West Highland Way
The West Highland Way is a 96 mile (154km) long distance footpath, starting in the town of Milngavie and finishing in Fort William. On the route, you'll experience a fantastic variety of Scotland's majestic scenery.
We recommend you start your walk at Milngavie, as the terrain does become more demanding the further north you go. The West Highland Way is a challenging route and you'll need a place to take a break, refuel and restart the journey the next day.
Hostelling Scotland has four youth hostels and an affiliate hostel along the route:
- Rowardennan Lodge
- Crianlarich
- Glencoe
- Glen Nevis
- Ben Lomond Bunkhouse (affiliate hostel)
West Highland Way Hostels
Rowardennan Lodge Youth Hostel
Rowardennan, Scottish LowlandsRowardennan Lodge Youth Hostel sits in an idyllic location on the banks of Loch Lomond with its own jetty and panoramic views across the loch....
Crianlarich Youth Hostel
Crianlarich, Scottish HighlandsSet amidst stunning mountains, at the halfway point on the West Highland Way, Crianlarich Youth Hostel is the perfect base for anyone looking to explo...
Glencoe Youth Hostel
Glencoe, Scottish HighlandsSet in one of Scotland’s most spectacular and historic glens, not far from Glencoe village, this alpine-style youth hostel offers a range of comfortab...
Glen Nevis Youth Hostel
Glen Nevis, Scottish HighlandsA five star VisitScotland accredited youth hostel, Glen Nevis offers guests hotel-like accommodation with private en-suite rooms and comfortable share...
Ben Lomond Bunkhouse
Ben Lomond, Scottish LowlandsAt the foot of Ben Lomond, and close to the West Highland Way, Ben Lomond Bunkhouse is perfect as an overnight stop or for anyone wishing to stay loca...