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Fort William, Inverlochy And Torlundy

Ben Nevis viewpoint loop from Fort William

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Fort William, Inverlochy And Torlundy

Ben Nevis viewpoint loop from Fort William

Moderate

4.5

(37)

156

hikers

Ben Nevis viewpoint loop from Fort William

02:56

9.64km

300m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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74 m

Fort William Jacobite Steam Train Station

Highlight • Historical Site

The Jacobite is said to be the greatest railway journey in the world. Starting near Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis, passengers ride for 84 miles (135 kilometers) through some spectacular …

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445 m

End of the West Highland Way (Fort William)

Highlight • Settlement

Fort William is one of the adventure capitals of Scotland. It has the mighty Ben Nevis to thank for this status – Britain's highest mountain rises to the southeast in …

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1.36 km

Ben Nevis viewpoint

Highlight • Trail

At this point on the Cow Hill Trail, you can see the highest mountain on the island in clear weather. I was denied this opportunity.

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1.37 km

View of Fort William from the West Highland Way

Highlight • Viewpoint

Alternate road to the finish of the WHW. Much nicer scenery and great view over Fort William

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5.00 km

View of Ben Nevis and Fort William from Cow Hill

Highlight • Forest

Towards the top of Cow Hill, you will be above the woods of Glen Nevis, giving you views towards Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, and the large mountains that surround it.

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8.81 km

End of the West Highland Way (Fort William)

Highlight • Monument

The end of the West Highland Way (or the start, if you've decided walking to Glasgow is preferable). Signage, and a substantial tourist industry have built up around the Way, …

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8.86 km

The End of the West Highland Way – Walker Statue

Highlight • Monument

The new official end of the WHW. A photo next to the hiker statue massaging his tired foot is obligatory!

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9.12 km

Henry Ford Model T Statue at West Highland Museum

Highlight • Monument

The beautiful model of the Ford is at the West Highland Museum.

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9.64 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.31 km

1.11 km

644 m

420 m

122 m

Surfaces

5.96 km

1.70 km

913 m

520 m

514 m

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