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The West Highland Way is the first and most famous of Scotland's long-distance walks. It begins on the outskirts of Glasgow, Scotland's largest city, then goes through Scotland's first national park, along the shores of its largest loch. Loch Lomond forms a water-bridge spanning the lowlands and the highlands, with unique geology and wildlife. After 95 miles of superb scenery, the Way ends in Fort William, at the foot of Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain. This guide contains a full colour fold-down map showing the whole route, with summaries of distance, terrain and where to find food and drink. Offering a concise background on the walk and the local wildlife, it also has information about side-trips and mountains including Ben Lomond and Ben Nevis. There is planning information for travel by car, train, bus or plane and a special section of notes for novices and checklists of equipment.
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This fully waterproof format has been designed for walking in the Scottish climate. The mapping (scale 1: 100,000) was specially commissioned to show route and walker information, the transport and other information has been carefully researched and presented, and the book is lavishly illustrated with over 50 professional quality photographs.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Splendid guide to breathtaking walk!,
By A Customer
This review is from: The West Highland Way (Rucksack Readers) (Paperback)
This is an absolute must-have for beginners and experienced hikers alike: the guide gives detailed and sufficient information on what to expect on this splendid walk, but does not go into irrelevant issues. The directions are easy to follow, even for the less experienced hikers amongst us. The summary at the beginning of the book provides a clear overview of what to find and where. It tells you how to prepare, and gives practical intelligence on the route itself, starting each day with a summary of the distance, terrain, grade, where to find food and drink and possible side-trips. The book's format is designed to make it easy to use while walking, as the paper is entirely water- and food-proof, and the spiral binding means no pages falling out nor indecipherable road names due to folding. There is a map on the first page that shows an overview of the route day-by-day, telling exactly where to find the detailed information on the bit you're looking for. The last page is a very detailed map, in one piece, so you won't have to have to fiddle around trying to see which road on one map continues where on the next. The background information on the route is smartly brought under in separate sections so you don't have to skip whole pieces while trying to find your way, but can easily look information up when you're ready for it. The habitats and wildlife section is great! For West Highland Wayfarers, this guide is essential, and the beautiful pictures make it a precious souvenir.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A clear and practical guide,
By robanddinah@btinternet.com (Scotland) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The West Highland Way (Rucksack Readers) (Paperback)
The Rucksack Reader format is extremely practical, concise and clear, and the waterproof paper essential for walking in the unpredictable Scottish climate!The text is easy to read and the photographs are beautiful. I would recommend this book to anyone either walking the Way in full or enjoying it piecemeal as a Sunday ramble.
8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Take the weight out of walking the Way,
By A Customer
This review is from: The West Highland Way (Rucksack Readers) (Paperback)
This book is ideal for information junkies like me. When walking the West Highland Way in the past I have been laden with substantial guides and voluminous maps. This spiral bound book with its ingenious drop down map will both guide you on your way as well as providing fascinating tidbits of information on history, geology and wildlife.Dont be put off by the rather lurid cover photograph which looks more like the Sahara than the Highlands. Inside there are plenty more illustrating the wonders of this exhilarating walk throughout the year. If you're thinking of walking the Way this book provides a most practical companion with its waterproof pages as well as an attractive souvenir. It's clear and well written and as the name of the series suggests - fits neatly into your rucksac.
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