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Forest Path – The Distillery Hut loop from Drumnadrochit

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Forest Path – The Distillery Hut loop from Drumnadrochit

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4.4

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Forest Path – The Distillery Hut loop from Drumnadrochit

05:04

17.5km

450m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Guest House

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2.11 km

View of Loch Ness from the Great Glen Way

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From this spot you are afforded a lovely view over Loch Ness. Be sure to keep a look-out for ‘Nessy’ here, as this part of the water is prime Loch Ness Monster territory.

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2.66 km

Forest Path

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The trees make scary noises as if they‘re talking like Treebeard.

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4.11 km

Great Glen Way Feedback Box

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We looked into the box by chance, but I think it's a really good idea. Here, everyone can give a few details about how things are going on the Great …

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5.47 km

Viewpoint with bench overlooking Loch Ness

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The blue pole marks this viewpoint. Don‘t miss it. A small bench is a welcome opportunity to rest on the Great Glen Way!

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6.93 km

High Route Trail Junction

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After 10 days on the West Highland Way and Great Glen Way, one thing is clear to me: always take the high route! :)

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10.0 km

The Distillery Hut

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You could almost miss this one if you are not paying attention as it is a bit tugged away from the trail. The distillery hut tells the story of the …

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10.7 km

Scenic view of Loch Ness

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15.2 km

View over Loch Ness to Urquhart Castle

Highlight • Castle

In fair weather enjoy the view of Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle.

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17.5 km

End point

Guest House

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.46 km

6.48 km

2.22 km

325 m

Surfaces

6.27 km

5.73 km

2.95 km

2.54 km

Elevation

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Tuesday 14 July

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Forest Path – The Distillery Hut loop from Drumnadrochit

View of Loch Ness from the Great Glen Way

Forest Path

Great Glen Way Feedback Box

Viewpoint with bench overlooking Loch Ness

High Route Trail Junction

The Distillery Hut

Scenic view of Loch Ness

View over Loch Ness to Urquhart Castle

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