Beautiful & interesting walk but presence A82 road is a pity
Posted: Thu Mar 16, 2017 3:19 pm
I liked the first day (Milgarnie - Balmaha) and the stretch from Tyndrum to Fort William. The part in between Balmaha and Tyndrum I enjoyed less because of the constant presence of the busy A82 within ear-distance.
Balmaha is a magical place to enjoy the absolute silence by the Loch at night.
My top tip would be not to try to walk from Balmaha to Inverarnan in one go because it may end up becoming very long to the point where you will have to walk in the dark. If you do so regardless, then leave at sunrise.
If you are thinking about skipping a day, do not skip the part from Inveroran to King's House because it is an absolute highlight. The crossing of the Moore on the old Parliamentary road has beautiful scenery and the historic context gives it an extra touch.
The Inveroran Inn is located at the beginning of the Parliamentary road in an isolated and beautiful place. I would have loved to spend the night there. The Inn has new owners and is much better managed than many of the longstanding old Inn's along the West Highland Way.
Balmaha is a magical place to enjoy the absolute silence by the Loch at night.
My top tip would be not to try to walk from Balmaha to Inverarnan in one go because it may end up becoming very long to the point where you will have to walk in the dark. If you do so regardless, then leave at sunrise.
If you are thinking about skipping a day, do not skip the part from Inveroran to King's House because it is an absolute highlight. The crossing of the Moore on the old Parliamentary road has beautiful scenery and the historic context gives it an extra touch.
The Inveroran Inn is located at the beginning of the Parliamentary road in an isolated and beautiful place. I would have loved to spend the night there. The Inn has new owners and is much better managed than many of the longstanding old Inn's along the West Highland Way.