HomeTrailsWest Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan) vs West Highland Way (Rowardennan to Inverarnan)

West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan) vs West Highland Way (Rowardennan to Inverarnan)

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan) West Highland Way (Rowardennan to Inverarnan)
Distance 23 km 23 km
Elevation gain 612 m 488 m
Typical duration
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network National National
Country United Kingdom United Kingdom
Best time to hike Best months: May, July, September Best months: May, July, September
map Route & GPX map Route & GPX

West Highland Way (Drymen to Rowardennan) vs West Highland Way (Rowardennan to Inverarnan): which should you hike?

These two are closely matched on distance, so your choice comes down to elevation, difficulty, season and which region suits you. Compare the rows above and open each route for the full guide.