Cape Wrath Trail
Britain's toughest long-distance walk — 380 km across the Northwest Highlands to Cape Wrath.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Scotland, United Kingdom
- Country
- Europe
- Biome
- Scottish highlands (0–800 m)
- Best season
- May – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
Key takeaways
- Biome: Scottish highlands (0–800 m)
- Best season: May – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
Britain's toughest long-distance walk — 380 km across the Northwest Highlands to Cape Wrath.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: May – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Scottish highlands (0–800 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Europe
Biome
Scottish highlands (0–800 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Cape Wrath Trail trip tools
Popular pursuits at Cape Wrath Trail
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
