2.9km
Total Distance
295m
Elevation Gain

Trail description

A climb from Balmaha on the West Highland Way to the crest of Conic Hill, right on the Highland Boundary Fault. The summit gives a classic view down the length of Loch Lomond and its scattered islands. A popular and rewarding walk that feels far bigger than its height.

Route Map

Along the trail

  1. 1
    Viewpoint
    at the start
  2. 2
    Viewpoint · 0.3km
  3. 3
    Top Up Tap · 0.4km
    Drinking water
  4. 4
    Viewpoint · 1.7km
  5. 5
    Viewpoint · 2km
  6. 6
    Viewpoint · 2.6km
Bus stop
Balmaha Car Park · 446m from the start
Parking
348m from the start
Surface
rock 31%, gravel 28%, paved 24%
Marked route
West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan)

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Difficulty

2/5 · Easy