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Caledonian Canal

The best running trails around the Caledonian Canal

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Running around the Caledonian Canal is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around the Caledonian Canal—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: December 5, 2025

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1. Cow Hill loop from Fort William

7.63km

01:02

280m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. Cow Hill Summit – View of Ben Nevis loop from Upper Achintore

11.0km

01:16

340m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Glen Nevis – Glen Nevis loop from Inverlochy

14.0km

01:44

320m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Neptune's Staircase – Neptune's Staircase loop from Caol

9.29km

00:58

50m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Neptune's Staircase – Ben Nevis Summit and Shelter loop from Banavie

33.5km

05:34

1,540m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6. Cow Hill Woodland Singletrack – View of Ben Nevis loop from Claggan

7.42km

00:55

290m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Neptune's Staircase loop from Banavie

6.72km

00:42

30m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Running loop from Inverlochy

15.9km

02:30

670m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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9. Neptune's Staircase loop from Caol

5.90km

00:39

10m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. West Highland Way Singletrack – View of Glen Nevis loop from Fort William

20.4km

02:28

540m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails around the Caledonian Canal

1. Cow Hill loop from Fort William

2. Cow Hill Summit – View of Ben Nevis loop from Upper Achintore

3. View of Glen Nevis – Glen Nevis loop from Inverlochy

4. Neptune's Staircase – Neptune's Staircase loop from Caol

5. Neptune's Staircase – Ben Nevis Summit and Shelter loop from Banavie

6. Cow Hill Woodland Singletrack – View of Ben Nevis loop from Claggan

7. Neptune's Staircase loop from Banavie

8. Running loop from Inverlochy

9. Neptune's Staircase loop from Caol

10. West Highland Way Singletrack – View of Glen Nevis loop from Fort William

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