A large-format guidebook to 29 short backpacking excursions of 2-4 days, plus one single-day route, in the Scottish Highlands and Islands. Perfect for a long weekend or short break, the routes cross rugged remote terrain, calling for good fitness, navigational skill and self-reliance.

Covering the Inner and Outer Hebrides and the northern half of Scotland, the routes range from 13 to 94km (8-58 miles). Many offer the option to stay in a bothy, although the majority require at least one night's wild camping.

• Clear route description illustrated with 1:100,000 mapping
• GPX files available for download
• Practical information for planning your trip, plus notes on history, geology, plants and wildlife
• A list of the Munros and Corbetts visited on the routes
• Inspirational colour photography

About the Author
Originally from the Sussex coast, Peter Edwards lives in Rhenigidale on the Isle of Harris with his wife and their Labradors. David Lintern is an award-winning photographer and writer. He came late to the outdoors: he reached 'escape velocity' in his forties and now lives in Strath Spey with his young family. Stefan Durkacz cut his backpacking teeth in the Cairngorms and continues to explore far and wide throughout the Scottish hills. He lives in Edinburgh with his wife, two daughters and dog.


Book Information
ISBN 9781852849047
Author Peter Edwards
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Cicerone Press
Publisher Cicerone Press
Weight(grams) 890g
Dimensions(mm) 240mm * 220mm * 17mm