It goes from Inverness to John o’ Groats, that takes in shorelines, cliff tops, back lanes and footpaths of the Scottish Highlands.
It offers some of the most spectacular sea-cliff scenery in Britain, with many sea stacks, sea arches and caves.
There are ruined medieval castles perched on the cliff edges and long stretches of often empty beaches and sand-dune systems.
There is the chance to spot seals, ospreys, eider ducks and large numbers of other seabirds. The John o' Groats Trail is suited long-distance walkers (going as far as to or from Land’s End in Cornwall), along with those looking for a short coastal stroll.
The route is a work in progress and, with some sections already popular walks, while other are remote, pathless and have challenging terrain.
The trail offers small towns and villages offering accommodation along its route, including at Inverness, Tain, Dornoch, Brora, Helmsdale, Wick and John o' Groats itself. Spring is the best time for this walk, with a lot of daylight, while there is more undergrowth and larger number of visitors in the summer.
Walking the John o' Groats Trail
AllWays Traveller to the Scottish Highlands
Louise at Cicerone at louise@cicerone.co.uk
Erin Hickey at Erin.Hickey@visitscotland.com
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