The moody, romantic Scottish Highlands start at Loch Lomond just north of Glasgow. Comprising a slew of mountain ranges, this sparsely populated land is best seen by train on the West Highland Line. Mountains, lochs, bright heather and rhododendrons give way to white sand beaches and rugged coves as the train nears Mallaig. For a more active take on the region, hike the West Highland Way or visit the Trossachs National Park. Ben Nevis, a popular climbing spot, looms over the town of Fort William.
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A 50-mile trail through the rugged Scottish landscape.
We did the "Road to the Isles Road Trip" from Fort William all the way and enjoyed it very much. fantastic scenery with mountains rivers and waterfalls all around. Half way point make sure you stop at the Glenfinnan monument and viaduct . For Harry Potter fans the viaduct is the scene from the second movie where the Hogwarts Express caught up with the flying Ford Anglia!. The Glenfinnan Monument has a visitor centre and lots of history surrounding Bonnie Prince Charlie and the views are simply amazing especially from the top looking down on the monument. We finally arrived at Mallaig just as the Jacobite Steam Train ( Hogwarts Express) was leaving ! :o)
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Visited in early January when the weather wasn't great but this has to be one of the most beautiful parts of Scotland. If you are looking for deer then this is the place to go. The views are absolutely stunning and the tranquillity is incredible. We encountered two cars in the whole time we were driving through. The wild goats are incredible too.
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Balmacara Estate is owned and managed by the National Trust for Scotland as a crofting estate. The Estate is around 2,500 hectares and extends from Kirkton to the edge of Kyle in the south and encompasses Plockton in the north. There are around twenty four kilometres of footpath on the estate passing through woodlands, over heathland taking the walker through crofting meadows, along the coast or to scenic lochs with a chance of spotting the likes of red squirrels, otters, dragonflies, birds of prey and a wealth of flora. There are also two holiday cottages by Lochalsh Woodland Walks and Beatons Cottage by Uig in north Skye that can be booked through the National Trust for Scotland. A diverse and beautiful corner of the Highlands to explore.
After a very stormy day we took our dog for a walk in the shelter of the woods. It was about 1830 and wet and windy so no other people about. It was sheltered and peaceful. There were lots if small waterfalls after all the rain so it was very beautiful and interesting. There is s lovely garden to visit and lovely views. Well worth a stop if you're in the area.
Put on your hiking shoes to enjoy this lovely and scenic route through the Scottish highlands.
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