West Highland Way

Milngavie, United Kingdom • 9 Jun 2026

Event overview

The Wild Journeys - West Highland Way is a three-day, multi-day ultra running challenge along the West Highland Way in Scotland, held 9-12 June 2026. The route covers about 96 miles (154 km) with around 4,312 m (12,143 ft) of elevation. The event is run as a small group with different overnight locations each night and is guided by a qualified trail running coach and mountain leader. The event is not a race.

Itinerary and route

  • 34 miles | 54 km Milngavie to Inversnaid (overnight at Inversnaid Bunkhouse)
  • 26 miles | 42 km Inversnaid to Bridge of Orchy (overnight at West Highland Way Sleeper)
  • 36 miles | 58 km Bridge of Orchy to Fort William (overnight in Garrison Cells)

The route passes Conic Hill and the banks of Loch Lomond, the waterfall at Inversnaid, the slopes of Beinn Odhar and views of Beinn Dorain, Buachaille Etive Mor, Glen Coe, and the Devil’s Staircase (highest point on the Way at 550 m). The final section approaches Fort William with views of Ben Nevis.

Practical details

Price is £680 per person with a £100 non-refundable deposit; the balance is due 10 weeks before the event. Included are mixed gender shared accommodation, luggage transfers, coaching and guidance, and event photos and video. Not included are meals on the trail, travel insurance, or travel to/from Milngavie and Fort William. Entry criteria require the ability to sustain about 10 min/mile (6:15 min/km) on undulating trail and evidence of a 31 miles | 50 km ultra run within specified timeframes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

96 mi
96 Miles (154 Km)
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Trail runs nearby

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Run a festive 5 km at Pollok Park on 14 December as part of Acorn Trails South By Five series. Free entry with a small donation to support local causes and community litter picks.