Glen Canisp Hike
Key facts about the hike
- Difficulty
- Easy Hikes are rated from very easy to very hard: my difficulty scale
- Duration
- 3h Estimated time, short breaks included (photos, water, snacks), picnic not included: how it is calculated
- Distance
- 7.8km
- Elevation gain
- 190m
- Type of route
- Loop
- Maximum altitude
- 130 m
- Vertiginous Five levels, depending on how exposed the route is: the levels in detail
- No
- Marked
- No
- Popularity
- Low
- Region
- Sutherland
- Start point
- 58.15137, -5.24093
- Activity
- Hiking
Hike overview
The Glencanisp hike is a pleasant loop that starts in the charming fishing village of Lochinver, located in the northwestern Highlands of Scotland. The route begins with a forest walk alongside the River Inver, featuring bubbling waterfalls and salmon fishing piers. Then, it crosses more rugged moorland to Glencanisp Lodge, an elegant Victorian hunting lodge dating from 1850.
The hike continues alongside Loch Druim Suardalain, offering spectacular views of Suilven, one of Scotland's most iconic mountains. Its distinctive silhouette dominates the Assynt landscape.
Map and elevation profile of the hike
Glen Canisp Hike
Difficulties of the hike
This route does not present any technical challenges and is suitable for most hikers. The trail is generally well-maintained, though it can be slightly less visible in places.
The main drawback of this route is the return leg. After passing Glencanisp Lodge, you must walk along the paved road for about two kilometers to reach Lochinver, which can seem monotonous after being immersed in nature.
What you'll love
- The magnificent walk alongside the River Inver through a mixed forest with numerous waterfalls and picturesque salmon fishing piers.
- The exceptional view of Suilven from the shores of Loch Druim Suardalain: This classic Highland view reveals the "sugar loaf" silhouette of this iconic mountain.
Photos
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