The West Island Way

The West Island Way is Scotland's only island long distance footpath and was opened in 2000 to celebrate the turn of the millenium. You could walk it in one epic, two, three, four or even five days.

The route is waymarked, running the complete length of the Island of Bute for around 40 kilometres. It crosses a varied landscape, with a fascinating stretch of coastline, beaches, rich farmland, moors, forests and fine views of Arran and the Cowal peninsula.

We describe the route split into 4 sections though some walkers may prefer to end the walk at Rhubodach to avoid the tarmac road back to Port Bannatyne.