Banavie to Gairlochy walk - Walks Around Britain
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Walks from Season One - Banavie to Gairlochy
A scenic and interesting walk along part of the massive Caladonian Canal which runs from Fort William in the west of Scotland, to Inverness in the east.
This walk starts at Banavie, at the mighty Neptune's Staircase, and goes through to Gairlochy.
Andrew was joined on the walk by Stephen Wiseman, Heritage Officer of the Scottish Waterways Trust.
A walk from Banavie to Gairlochy along the Caledonian Canal - Walks Around Britain Shorts
Walk Info
Distance | 6½ miles (10.5km) - one way |
Minimum time | 2¾ hours - one way |
Ascent/gradient | 120ft (37m) |
Level of difficulty | Easy |
Paths | Well maintained tow path - flat, no stiles |
Map | |
Start/finish | Grid NN 11400 77000 |
Dogs? | Off leads possible - open water at the side |
Parking | Car parks in Banavie |
Public Transport | TBC |
Toilets/Refreshments | The Moorings Hotel |
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Relevant Links
Information about what the Trust does and how you can engage with the canals in Scotland.
A fantastic place to stay whilst exploring the Fort William area and the Caledonian Canal.
Scottish Canals - Discover the Caledonian Canal
Find out more about the massive Caledonian Canal and what you can do on and aong it.
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