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Glencoe And Glen Etive

View of Buachaille Etive Mòr – Kingshouse Hotel loop from Allt nan Giubhas

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Glencoe And Glen Etive

View of Buachaille Etive Mòr – Kingshouse Hotel loop from Allt nan Giubhas

Hard

4.9

(11)

102

hikers

View of Buachaille Etive Mòr – Kingshouse Hotel loop from Allt nan Giubhas

05:01

16.7km

490m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

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1

58 m

Moorland in the Scottish Highlands

Highlight • Lake

2

105 m

View of Buachaille Etive Mòr

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This imposing mountain (pronounced 'boorkeleh ettiv moor') fills this landscape and seems to watch over the surrounding moors. At a height of 3,353 feet (1022 m), it's one of the …

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3

7.08 km

The West Highland Way climbs to its highest point at Devil's Staircase.

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4

7.74 km

Devil's Staircase (West Highland Way)

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The Devil's Staircase is a difficult path up and over the Aonach Eagach ridge, taking you from Glen Coe to Kinlochleven. It was both built and named by British soldiers …

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5

8.40 km

Many small creek crossings characterize the West Highland Way. Well done! 👍

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6

9.03 km

West Highland Way at Buachaille Etive Mòr

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Lovely little segment of the West Highland Way for those that want to experience the way but can’t afford the time of multi day treks.

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7

15.5 km

Kingshouse Hotel

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A hotel has stood on this spot since the 1800s when it was built and named by the British. Sitting in incredible surroundings, it provides a stark contrast to the …

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16.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.9 km

1.95 km

1.90 km

987 m

Surfaces

11.9 km

3.94 km

465 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (540 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

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Friday 22 May

14°C

9°C

22 %

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