Scottish Wild Country Backpacking : 30 weekend and multi-day routes in the Highlands and Islands

Scotland's wildest places are best experienced in more than a day. From the remote Fisherfield wilderness and the Harris Hills of the Outer Hebrides to the dramatic coastline of Cape Wrath and the island interiors of Rum and Jura, the country's most spectacular landscapes reward those willing to carry a pack, pitch a tent and stay out overnight. Whether wild camping above Loch Coruisk or spending a night in a bothy in the Fisherfield wilderness, Scotland's backcountry delivers experiences that no day walk can match. This large-format guidebook presents 30 backpacking routes of 2 to 4 days across four regions: the Western Highlands and Inner Hebrides, Central and Eastern Highlands, Northwest Highlands, the Far North and the Outer Hebrides. Routes range from 13 to 94km (8 to 58 miles), with most requiring at least one night of wild camping and many offering the option to stay in a bothy. Iconic destinations include Fisherfield and Letterewe, the Affric Haute Route, Glen Etive, Loch Coruisk on Skye, Ben Alder, the Fannichs, Cape Wrath and the Uig Hills of Lewis. Each route features clear descriptions, 1:100,000 mapping and downloadable GPX files for navigation, plus a full list of Munros and Corbetts visited. Written for experienced backpackers comfortable with remote trekking and pathless terrain, the guidebook includes comprehensive practical guidance on Highland weather, navigation, bothy etiquette, equipment for Scotland's backcountry, safety and Leave No Trace principles—everything needed to plan and complete a multi-day backpacking adventure.