hiking in Wester ross
The wonders of wester Ross
Wester Ross is one of the most scenic regions on the iconic North Coast 500 route, home to ancient mountains, picturesque lochs and vast sandy beaches. Hikers and climbers are drawn from miles around to Wester Ross’ Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve for its majestic beauty and uncompromising terrain.
It’s home to five Munros, including Liathach (1,054m) and Beinn Alligin (985m), as well as miles of gentler hikes across breathtaking landscapes.
wildlIfe in wester Ross
The population density in Wester Ross is one of the lowest in Europe, which has allowed nature to flourish. Beinn Eighe was chosen as Britain’s first National Nature Reserve and is home to the likes of red deer, golden eagles, red squirrels and otters.
You can often spot dolphins, whales and seals frolicking in the waters just off the coast as well as countless sea birds nesting on the cliffs.
torridon ouTdoors
If you’re looking for even more adventure, visit Torridon Outdoors, where friendly guides offer a range of wilderness activities in the area. From a gentle sea kayaking excursion or gentle nature walk to exhilarating gorge scrambling or thrilling mountain bike tours, there’s something to suit any outdoor enthusiast.
The Torridon area of Wester Ross is also one of the darkest locations on Earth, far from the glare of city lights, making it an ideal location for rich views of the Milky Way and thousands of stars scattered across the night sky.
planning your experiEnce
Wester Ross is the perfect pit stop and natural playground to add at around Day 6 of your self-drive tour of Scotland. Make the most of the enchanting wilderness and take in 750 million-year-old landscapes from the top of ancient mountains or the many scenic viewpoints across the region.
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