Rob Roy Way - Medium
Duration: 10 days
Trails: T2 trails
Distance: More than 20 km per day
Ascent per day: 250 - 500 m ascent per day
> Complete the Rob Roy Way in 8 days
> Enjoy the history of Scotland's most beloved villain
> Accommodation before, on & after the Rob Roy Way included
This route follows in the footsteps of Rob Roy MacGregor, the legendary Scottish outlaw who made the area unsafe around 1700. The Rob Roy Way follows small paths and narrow roads and passes through dense woodland past the impressive Lakes of Loch Venachar, Loch Lubnaig, Loch Verdien, and Loch Tay. Along the way, you can enjoy the many views of the mighty peaks of the Scottish Highlands of which Ben Lawers is the highest. Alternately, the route follows quiet scenic roads and paths through the Scottish countryside where time seems to have stood still.
The Rob Roy Way is one of Scotland's 'Great Trails' and is 127 kilometers long, or 80 miles. The route is divided into 8 stages, from Drymen to Pitlochry.
> Enjoy the history of Scotland's most beloved villain
> Accommodation before, on & after the Rob Roy Way included
This route follows in the footsteps of Rob Roy MacGregor, the legendary Scottish outlaw who made the area unsafe around 1700. The Rob Roy Way follows small paths and narrow roads and passes through dense woodland past the impressive Lakes of Loch Venachar, Loch Lubnaig, Loch Verdien, and Loch Tay. Along the way, you can enjoy the many views of the mighty peaks of the Scottish Highlands of which Ben Lawers is the highest. Alternately, the route follows quiet scenic roads and paths through the Scottish countryside where time seems to have stood still.
The Rob Roy Way is one of Scotland's 'Great Trails' and is 127 kilometers long, or 80 miles. The route is divided into 8 stages, from Drymen to Pitlochry.
Itinerary
Day
1
Arrival in Drymen
Today you will make your way to Drymen. Here, you will spend the night preparing for your Rob Roy Way adventure.
The Drymen Inn (Drymen)
Day
2
Drymen - Aberfoyle
Duration: 04:45 h
Distance: 17.5 km
Ascent: 220 m
Descent: 250 m
The path leads you into the forest and soon crosses the West Highland Way. You pass the picturesque Muir Park Reservoir surrounded by open meadows. The path continues through the extensive Loch Ard Forest with its occasional sweeping views and on to High Corrie and Corrie Viaduct. The route continues via Clashmore Cottage to the ruins of Kirkton Church.
Aberfoyle Inn (Aberfoyle)
Day
3
Aberfoyle - Callander
Duration: 04:30 h
Distance: 16.1 km
Ascent: 330 m
Descent: 270 m
Today, the trail starts in the forest again and leads you eastwards to the Mentheit Hills. Here you start climbing until you have spectacular views of the peaks of Stuc Odhar and Ben Lei. You'll also have great views over Loch Venachar lake. From here you descend to the shores of Loch Venachar and through Coihallan Woods to reach Callander.
The Waverley Hotel (Callander)
Day
4
Callander - Strathyre
Duration: 03:57 h
Distance: 15 km
Ascent: 160 m
Descent: 100 m
The path takes you past a former old Roman fort to the railway line along the south bank of the River Teith. The path leads you into the forest and passes the Falls of Leny, with the top of Ben Ledi in the background. You then walk through open meadows to the southern banks of Loch Lubnaig. From here the path ascends and gives magnificent views of Glen Ample, the Pass of Leny, and Strathyre.
Ben Sheann Hotel (Strathyre)
Day
5
Strathyre - Killin
Duration: 05:59 h
Distance: 21.7 km
Ascent: 350 m
Descent: 360 m
Today you start by crossing the river Balvag, after which you walk into the forest. Then you cross the river Kendrum Burn and walk in front of Lochearnhead. The path ascends a little which offers wonderful views of the long-stretched Loch Tay, Ben Lawers, and Killin.
Killin Hotel (Killin)
Day
6
Killin - Ardtalnaig
Duration: 05:39 h
Distance: 19.4 km
Ascent: 520 m
Descent: 510 m
Today the path starts right away with ascending through the forest, where you'll find the small reservoir Lochan Breachlaich, along with beautiful views over Loch Tay with the summit of Ben Lawers in the background. Please note that the path can be a little boggy in places.
Since there is no accommodation available in Ardtalnaig, you will stay in The Killin Hotel for 2 nights. You will be transferred from Ardtalnaig back to the hotel in Killin, and the next morning, you will be brought back to Ardtalnaig, to continue your hike.
Killin Hotel (Killin)
Day
7
Ardtalnaig - Kenmore
Duration: 04:05 h
Distance: 14.5 km
Ascent: 300 m
Descent: 330 m
The path ascends steeply, taking in ever better views of Loch Tay and the mountains beyond. You follow the path over an iron-reinforced stone bridge. The path ascends further to Gleann a' Chilleine and crosses a stream. You then pass a memorial stone built on the site of Stuck Chapel, in memory of all those who died in the First World War.
The Kenmore Club (Kenmore)
Day
8
Kenmore - Aberfeldy
Duration: 04:05 h
Distance: 13.1 km
Ascent: 410 m
Descent: 410 m
Today, you walk mainly through open meadows. The path passes between some stone walls and ascends slowly. Soon you will see Loch Freuchie and Glen Quaich. The path follows past the ruins of an old settlement. You pass the River Quaich by a beautiful stone bridge and reach a road popular with cyclists. On a clear day, there are fine views across the reservoir to Schiehallion and Ben Lawers. The final descent to Aberfeldy is along a very scenic path, through the wooded gorge of Birks of Aberfeldy.
The Townhouse Aberfeldy (Aberfeldy)
Day
9
Aberfeldy - Pitlochry
Duration: 04:19 h
Distance: 15.1 km
Ascent: 350 m
Descent: 350 m
You first follow a wooded path along the River Tay until you reach Garandfully. Here you cross the river to Strathtay. The path continues through the Dunfallandy Hills, into woodland, and passes a historic stone circle. The path then descends to the River Tummel and you finish over the bridge in the center of Pitlochry.
McKays Hotel (Pitlochry)
Day
10
Departure
After breakfast, our services and your Rob Roy Way adventure will be over. Have a safe trip back home!
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