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 Caledonian 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.


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A walk from Banavie to Gairlochy along the Caledonian Canal - Walks Around Britain Shorts
Walk Info
Distance
miles (10.5km) - one way
Minimum time
2¾ hours - one way
Total ascent
502ft (153m)
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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The Moorings Hotel
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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