Top 10 Scenic Walking Areas in Scottish Highlands, Scotland

September 12, 2021 Venice Greaves

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.
Restaurants in Scottish Highlands

1. Blackmuir Wood

Strathpeffer Scotland https://forestryandland.gov.scot/visit/blackmuir-wood
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Blackmuir Wood

2. Duirinish and Drumbuie Coastal Walk

Drumbuie IV40 8BD Scotland +44 1599 566325 http://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/kintail/Duirinish.shtml
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Duirinish and Drumbuie Coastal Walk

Reviewed By 234helenj

Lovely walk, lots of beaches and rock pools to explore along the way. Path well marked. Stopped at Croft Cafe for refreshments.

3. An Lochan Uaine (Green Loch)

Glenmore Forest, Glenmore, Aviemore Scotland
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5.0 based on 103 reviews

An Lochan Uaine (Green Loch)

Reviewed By Macle0dM - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

What a lovely walk through a woodland trail from the Glenmore visitor centre along the Revoan Pass the the Green Loch. We met some local people who told us that the water colour is because the fairies wash their socks in the water in the evening. Magical place.

4. Coire Mhic Fhearchair

Torridon Scotland
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Coire Mhic Fhearchair

5. Invergordon Mural trail

Invergordon Scotland https://www.exploreeasterross.co.uk/invergordon-mural-trail
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Invergordon Mural trail

Reviewed By AdHoc-Travellers - Longboat Key, United States

Our cruise ship docked at Invergordon as a gateway to Inverness. The ship provided a shuttle to Inverness, but it was an overcast, rainy day and we decided to take it easy and stay in Invergordon instead.The town is small and very quiet, but the collected murals are absolutely wonderful and we were extraordinarily pleased that we stayed. All the murals are great, but our personal favorite, shown here, depicts the Royal Hotel fire of 1973 (the mural was painted in 2007) which destroyed a local landmark and resulted in the loss of one life. The more we look at our photo of it, there more we love it. It is absolutely beautiful. If you are anywhere in the vicinity, don't miss it.

6. The Great Wilderness

A832, Dundonnell Scotland
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

The Great Wilderness

7. Speyside Way Long Distance Route

Aviemore Scotland
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4.5 based on 35 reviews

Speyside Way Long Distance Route

Reviewed By Kenneth1960 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

I have cycled on sections of the Speyside Way which is excellent. The signposting is great and the surfaces well maintained and good for cycling. The countryside is stunning.

8. Greig Street Bridge

Greig St Rio Ness, Inverness Scotland http://www.facebook.com/TheMerchantInverness
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4.5 based on 369 reviews

Greig Street Bridge

Reviewed By Babydove2

When we arrive Inverness, it was raining. On our way to our B&B, we stop in the middle of the bridge for photo taking because of the beautiful views despite the rain. Do take a stroll across the bridge and along River Ness at any time of the day, it's beautiful and relaxing, and most importantly, it's FREE!

9. St Ninians Church

St. Ninians House Loch Meiklie, Drumnadrochit IV63 6TN Scotland +44 1456 415457 [email protected] http://www.stniniansglenurquhart.wordpress.com
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St Ninians Church

Historic church in lovely setting by Loch Meiklie. Built 1853 by architect Alexander Ross, features crowstepped gable and belfry, oriel and lancet windows. Early Christian cross, possibly 4th. century, set into altar. Walks and picnic table by the loch. Visitors welcome at services and at any time.

10. Smirisary Walk

Glenuig Scotland
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Smirisary Walk

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