Number 5 Gully
Stretching down the north face for 350m, Number 5 Gully is the longest of the named Grade I gullies on the north face
Severe Ski Touring
- Distance
- 1.1 km
- Ascent
- 1 m
- Descent
- 511 m
Ben Nevis
Ben Nevis and surrounding hills hosts the famous Fort William UCI downhill and has fantastic all year hiking and biking.
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Routes in Ben Nevis
CIC Hut Walk-In
The north face of Ben Nevis hosts some of the finest steep skiing in the Highlands, with a huge range of routes accessible straight from the doors of the CIC Hut
Easy Ski Touring
- Distance
- 5.4 km
- Ascent
- 642 m
- Descent
- 16 m
West Highland Way
A wonderful journey through the rugged and wild mountains of the Scottish Highlands.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 153 km
- Ascent
- 3.3 km
- Descent
- 3.3 km
West Highland Way 7: Kinlochleven to Ft.William
This final stage of the route nicely rounds off the WHW, running from the attractive wooded shores of Loch Leven and over the desolate high pass of the Lairig Mor beneath the southern flank of the Mamores.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 25 km
- Ascent
- 698 m
- Descent
- 700 m
Ben Nevis via the CMD Arete
A contender for the title of grandest ridge walk in the country, the Carn Mor Dearg (CMD) Arete straddles that fine line between rambling and scrambling.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 23 km
- Ascent
- 1.6 km
- Descent
- 2.2 km
West Highland Way 6: Kings House Hotel to Kinlochleven
There's a lot to be said for this fairly short stage of the West Highland Way.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 406 m
- Descent
- 638 m
Stob Ban and Mullach nan Coirean
A shorter, easier alternative to the neighbouring Ring of Steall - but no less worthwhile.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 10 km
- Ascent
- 1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
The Grey Corries from Glen Nevis
A long and challenging classic ridge walk with a feeling of remoteness.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 25 km
- Ascent
- 1.7 km
- Descent
- 1.8 km
Fort William World Cup Downhill
The renowned Fort William World Cup Downhill Track is an iconic test piece for the best downhill MTB racers from around the world!
Extreme Mountain Biking
- Distance
- 2.2 km
- Ascent
- 0 m
- Descent
- 475 m
Mam na Gualainn Circuit
A long and beautiful trip high above Loch Leven.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 22 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 1.1 km
Tigh an Steill via Steall Falls Path
Sitting right at the end of Glen Nevis, Tigh an Steill is perhaps the most popular day hike in the region.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 4 km
- Ascent
- 157 m
- Descent
- 157 m
Cow Hill Hike
This hike offers spectacular views of Ben Nevis and other neighbouring peaks.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 10 km
- Ascent
- 460 m
- Descent
- 460 m
CIC hut access hike - leaving the real world!
A beautiful approach with the Grandeur of Ben Nevis gradually being revealed.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 6 km
- Ascent
- 630 m
- Descent
- 5 m
Scottish 4000ers: Lochaber (Part 1 / 3)
A fine trail or hiking loop taking in some of the highest peaks the UK has to offer
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 21 km
- Ascent
- 2 km
- Descent
- 1.9 km
Ben Nevis CMD from Glen Nevis
Glen Nevis campsite CMD, Ben Nevis round
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 21 km
- Ascent
- 1.8 km
- Descent
- 1.8 km
Aonach Mor West Face
Explore the west face of Aonach Mor
Difficult Ski Touring
- Distance
- 3.7 km
- Ascent
- 135 m
- Descent
- 702 m