Is Cape Wrath worth visiting?
Is Cape Wrath worth visiting?
I did the tour at the beginning of September 2014 and was incredibly lucky with the weather and everything else. There were not too many people, so getting on the ferry and on the bus was no problem. The ferry is tiny, but a nice part of the experience.
When can you walk the Cape Wrath Trail?
April, May and June are ideal months to walk the trail. September and October are also good, but there may be diversions due to deer stalking and military operations at the cape. In July and August the days are superbly long and the weather can be fine, but midges will be in full flight.
Is Cape Wrath accessible by car?
There is no transportation method for public vehicles to reach it. The only way to access the road without hiking over moorland is by the Cape Wrath Ferry, a foot passenger only boat, which crosses the Kyle. Our bus service provides a tour along the 11 mile track.
How long does it take to get to Cape Wrath?
Join our Bus Tour Our buses will meet you at the ferry point on the west side where you get off the ferry. It takes us about 1 hour to drive the 11 mile track to Cape Wrath, which can be bumpy in places. The buses don’t go over 15 mph, making your journey as comfortable as possible.
Can you drive to Cape Wrath lighthouse?
Cape Wrath Road is a very scenic drive to the Cape Wrath Lighthouse, in the county of Sutherland, on the most north-westerly tip of the Scottish mainland. The lighthouse was built by Robert Stevenson in 1828 and is located in one of the remotest places in the Scottish Highlands.
Can you cycle to Cape Wrath?
It is cut-off by the Kyle of Durness and the only way across is using the ferry. It is a small boat and does not carry vehicles. In fact, it is the smallest passenger ferry service in Britain. Once you are across you will find an 11 mile road leading to the Cape Wrath lighthouse.
How hard is Cape Wrath Trail?
It runs over 240 miles across the boggy, boulder-strewn wilderness of northwest Scotland – with no signposts and often without any paths whatsoever. It is easily Britain’s toughest long-distance hiking trail, taking 15 to 20 days to complete.
Where does the Cape Wrath Trail start?
Fort William
It starts in Fort William and ends at the lighthouse in Cape Wrath. The mileage varies between 230 and 260, because there are so many variations. We covered approximately 246 miles. There are no signs or flashes that point the way, and travellers must for the most part be self-sufficient.
How many miles is Cape Wrath Trail?
approximately 246 miles
How do I walk to Cape Wrath?
You can walk in from the south, a hike of two days over open ground, or you can travel from the village of Durness. In the latter case, the Cape is reached by ferry across the Kyle of Durness from a jetty at East Keoldale followed by the minibus journey along the old lighthouse road.
Can you ride the Cape Wrath Trail?
The Cape Wrath Trail doesn’t exceed 750 metres of elevation at any point – but you’re not in for an easy ride. Climbing 250 metres when you’re pushing through waist deep bogs is as difficult as climbing five times that height on terra firma.
How do I prepare for the Cape Wrath Trail?
9 top tips for hiking the Cape Wrath Trail
- Know what you’re taking on.
- Get fit.
- Choose your route and time of year.
- Overhaul your gear.
- Prepare your support and logistics.
- Learn to love wet feet.
- Visit Scotland’s top bothies.
- Enjoy a truly wild camp.