Scottish National Trail: Poulary to Cluanie
Heading deeper into the Highlands, a footpath goes over hilly moorland and across small burns, meets the River Loyne at a difficult crossing, then climbs again to traverse the flanks of the Shiel Ridge Munros, and finishes at the A87.
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 18 km
- Ascent
- 679 m
- Descent
- 589 m
- Duration
- 4-5 hrs
- Low Point
- 126 m
- High Point
- 491 m
- Gradient
- 10˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's an unknown remoteness, it features unknown exposure and is typically done in an unknown time of year. From a low point of 126 m to the maximum altitude of 491 m, the route covers 18 km, 679 vertical metres of ascent and 589 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.