West Highland Way Guide Book | Waterproof Walking Guide Milngavie to Fort William

This West Highland Way guidebook is a practical and detailed resource for walking Scotland’s most popular long-distance route. Covering the full 96 mile (155km) journey from Milngavie near Glasgow to Fort William at the foot of Ben Nevis, it provides everything needed to plan and complete the trail.

Updated in 2024, this sixth edition includes revised route information, making it a reliable companion for both first-time walkers and experienced hikers. The route is broken down into manageable sections, with clear summaries of distance, terrain, and altitude to help you plan each stage of your journey.

Alongside navigation, the guide includes practical advice on accommodation, food stops, and transport options, as well as background information on the history, wildlife, and landscapes you’ll encounter along the way. It also highlights optional side trips, including routes up Ben Lomond and Ben Nevis.

Designed to be rucksack-friendly, the book is printed in full colour on rainproof paper, making it suitable for use in typical UK conditions.

Key Features

• Covers the full West Highland Way (96 miles / 155km)
• Updated 2024 edition with revised route information
• Route split into sections with distance and terrain details
• Includes altitude profiles for each stage
• Information on accommodation, food, and resupply points
• Background on history, wildlife, and landscapes
• Optional side routes including Ben Lomond and Ben Nevis
• 15 pages of detailed mapping (1:42,500 scale)
• Full colour with 120 photographs
• Printed on durable rainproof paper

Specifications

• Route Length: 96 miles / 155km
• Map Scale: 1:42,500
• Format: Rucksack-friendly paperback
• Pages: Includes 15 pages of route mapping
• Print: Full colour with photographs
• Material: Rainproof paper