Best nature trips hikes in Argyll and Bute
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Reviews for nature trips hikes in Argyll and Bute
Nanette · reviewed about 1 year ago
I decided on Scotland for this year's long distance hike because of John Muir and the hike named after him. I had read the reviews and knew there would be tarmac, but what I didn't know was the tarmac would be 80% - 85% of the hike. It killed my feet and I am an avid hiker. I honestly don't belive John Muir would want his name attached to this hike. I don't regret completing it, but I also won't recommend it. I was thankful for five nights off before starting the West Highland Way so my feet could recover. (Which they did and are doing great on this hike. 😁)
Lynn A'Hara · reviewed over 5 years ago
Went over late Friday night after work. Parked at kilchattin Bay walked a couple of miles just past the light house. wildcamped fab spot with water source. Next day was stunning the view were amazing, really enjoyed the first real day. very limited water sources eventually found a spot to wild camp nearly 14 miles. Would have continued but knew there wasn't many places to wild camp. Sunday we walked through the forest then onto a bike trail nearly to Ettrick Bay then you turn off on a farmer's road, then through fields then through Boggie fields until you get to a forest. limited water source again. No real views tbh.. We seen a sign through the forest telling us to take a right but the map we had told us to continue through the forest to the road. then about 6miles of road we walking. We realised we wish we had followed the sign we had seen. Buses were limited due to being a Sunday managed to get a lift back to get car to get ferry back home. First day stunning, second day was more just a slog but glad I did it.
Frequently asked questions for hikes in Argyll and Bute
Summers, typically June to August, offer the most hospitable hiking climate. Though occasionally rainy, the temperatures hover around a comfortable 15°C - 20°C, with up to 18 hours of daylight to fully exploit the trails. Careful monitoring of midge activity is vital for a hassle-free experience. https://www.livebreathescotland.com/midges-in-scotland/
Autumn brings a dazzling display of changing colours, but the weather, much like spring, can be erratic. Temperatures begin to drop, and daylight hours shrink rapidly, restricting hiking time. Winters are challenging with shorter days, snowfall, and icy trails. For the experienced, it presents a unique, exhilarating challenge. Check https://www.mountaineering.scot/. Best to avoid winter unless highly experienced.
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