You can now paddle your way from coast to coast along the Great Glen Canoe Trail, stopping overnight at tiny, secluded campsites on the way. Or sense the history as you reconnoitre the Rob Roy Way in the heart of Scotland and find out about the notorious outlaw after which the route is named! The most southerly of three new routes to join the suite is the Berwickshire Coastal Path, which takes in some dramatic clifftop scenery and several sandy beaches between Berwick-upon- Tweed and Cockburnspath.
With these three new trails, there are now 23 different routes in the Scotland’s Great Trails network, providing over 1500 miles of well-managed branded paths from the Borders to the Highlands. Each one offers great opportunities to explore the best of Scotland’s nature and landscapes and to experience our amazing history and culture. It’s a popular myth that great trails equal great distances.
You don’t have to complete an entire route to get the most out of these fascinating trails. There are many shorter walks you can take, and each trail can be broken up into bite-sized chunks. The range of scenery and adventure is almost endless. Some of our Great Trails are ‘source to sea’ routes which track the course of impressive rivers right to the coastline. The Annandale Way, Clyde Walkway, River Ayr Way and Speyside Way all offer walks along river banks with the opportunity to dip those hot, weary toes in the sea! There are already six other coastal trails if sand, salty-air and seabirds are your thing. Add to this the chance to enjoy
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historical trails, and trails closely aligned to old transport lines, such as canals and railways, and it is clear that all tastes are catered for. Those who want something a bit more demanding are not ignored either. You could don your walking boots to experience the scenic grandeur offered by the Great Glen Way, Southern Upland Way, Three Lochs Way and West Highland Way, all of which have earned an international reputation. Clearly, whatever your preference, Scotland’s Great
Trails offer a chance for you to see Scotland your way and at your pace. For details at a glance on all our fabulous long distance trails simply visit our website at
www.snh.gov.uk/enjoying-the-outdoors/where-to-go/ routes-to-explore/scotlands-great-trails/ Scotland’s Great Trails are nationally promoted trails for people-powered journeys. Each is distinctively way-marked, largely off-road and has a range of visitor services. At least 25 miles in length, they are suitable for multi-day outings as well as day trips.
Scotland’s Great Trails … at a glance
Annandale Way — Ayrshire Coastal Path — Berwickshire Coastal Path — Borders Abbeys Way — Cateran Trail — Clyde Walkway — Dava Way — Fife Coastal Path — Formartine and Buchan Way — Forth-Clyde Union Canal Towpath — Great Glen Way — Great Glen Canoe Trail — John Muir Way — Kintyre Way — Moray Coast Trail — River Ayr Way — Rob Roy Way — Southern Upland Way — Speyside Way — St Cuthbert’s Way — Three Lochs Way — West Highland Way — West Island Way
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The Great Glen Canoe Trail offers a unique trail experience linking east and west coasts.
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Enjoying the view of Bonnington Linn on the Clyde Walkway.
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