Scotland
Ben Nevis via the Mountain Track
- Distance
- 17 km
- Climb
- 1350 m
- Typical time
- about 8 h
- Shape
- There and back
Where it starts
The usual start is Glen Nevis Visitor Centre. Times are typical guide times for the full route, not including long stops.
This is a proper hill day. Check the mountain weather forecast, carry a map and compass, and turn back if the cloud comes down.
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