Running in the Northwest Highlands 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 in the Northwest Highlands—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: October 7, 2025

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1. Glen Affric loop from Loch Beinn a'Mheadhoin

17.5km

02:00

190m

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

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2. Stac Pollaidh loop

4.24km

00:53

440m

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

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3. Ben Hope from Alltnacaillich — Kyle of Tongue

7.61km

01:43

890m

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

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4. Commando Memorial loop — Spean Bridge

4.81km

00:31

60m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Sgùrr nan Coireachan & Sgurr Thuilm loop from Glenfinnan

23.3km

03:35

1,170m

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

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6. Loch Achaidh na h-Inich to Balmacara Square

13.3km

01:34

380m

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

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7. Ben More, A' Chioch & Beinn Fhada loop from the B8035 — Isle of Mull

14.6km

02:36

1,060m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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8. Gaor Bheinn (Gulvain) from Trislaig — Glenfinnan

21.7km

03:33

1,130m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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9. Glenelg Peninsula loop from Glenelg

15.8km

01:48

290m

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

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10. Glenfinnan Viaduct & Monument loop from Glenfinnan Station

4.18km

00:32

70m

80m

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The best running trails in the Northwest Highlands

1. Glen Affric loop from Loch Beinn a'Mheadhoin

2. Stac Pollaidh loop

3. Ben Hope from Alltnacaillich — Kyle of Tongue

4. Commando Memorial loop — Spean Bridge

5. Sgùrr nan Coireachan & Sgurr Thuilm loop from Glenfinnan

6. Loch Achaidh na h-Inich to Balmacara Square

7. Ben More, A' Chioch & Beinn Fhada loop from the B8035 — Isle of Mull

8. Gaor Bheinn (Gulvain) from Trislaig — Glenfinnan

9. Glenelg Peninsula loop from Glenelg

10. Glenfinnan Viaduct & Monument loop from Glenfinnan Station

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