Solitude on a Long Distance Trail

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks for all the wonderful comments , I often get asked about what gear I use on the longer treks - here's a video with my back packing gear list Gearlist - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKCvoHt3obODmLssi=5DaqVkU_iOrz18Kv Thanks for watching Murray

[@JayPatel-tm4fv]

Been enjoying Murray’s videos for a few years now and this was no exception. Easy to overlook how much effort’s involved, especially in poor weather, with all the camera set-ups etc in order to provide an interesting and seamless viewer experience.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Jay - very much appreciated Thanks for watching Murray

[@agibsonallan]

most people don't understand that walking through a field of cows can be very dangerous there are quite a few deaths a year in the UK so always keep next to a fence so you can escape if they charge at you

[@ScotlandsMountains]

one of the reasons I dont like doing this - I wont even enter a field if Ive got the dogs with me Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@daviddonnelly7182]

I love researching the history etc wherever I go and also in areas, self education is incredibly important regarding visiting specific areas. I always take my wildlife book with me, plants, insects, fungi, birds and animals which fills the evening while camping. Loved the solitude of the trail and really identify with those moments you stop for food and coffee in those beautiful places, those moments are when I truly find peace.

[@lightanddreamsphotography7140]

This is a new one to me Murray, so I'm going to take the video in chunks to enjoy it properly. To answer your initial question, I often feel the need for some solitude away from the trials and tribulations of everyday life :)

[@joanhuggett5164]

Loved every minute of this, Murray. The scenery really was breathtaking. You go to so much trouble to make sure we see every beautiful moment. The rolling hills, farmland, big Beech trees, are quite different to your snow-covered peaks, but oh how I love every single hike and climb you take us on. Thank you so much, lovely man.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Joan , very much appreciated. The Cateran Trail is a wonderful trail going through some diverse and beautiful scenery for sure - cant wait to return again soon :) Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@MrVinnyh]

It's what's on your door step you often miss, some great views Murray, only wished I could move to Scotland but at my time of life not possible, but at least I now have Derbyshire to explore, better than East Anglia for bumps in the road!

[@pshearduk]

Fruit pastels for tea.... the tea of CHAMPIONS :) atb Murray

[@ScotlandsMountains]

😂😂 had to do the best with what I had 😂😂

[@McConnachy]

I sometimes plan my route around chippers, often stop at the Comrie one, and the one n Ullapool opposite the ferry, it’s living the dream after a long hike 😁

[@drumick67]

Your right stunning colours murray.. Well done

[@redmanwalking74]

You must've been on the trail a few days after us. We had beautiful sun over the days before the storms. We vlogged over 5 days from Blairgowrie. Great trail. ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@andyalexander537]

Great video Murray. Did the Cateran Trail a few times. In 24 hours as part of the ABF Cateran Yomp. 54 miles in 24 hours. You end up sleep walking the night sections,

[@ScotlandsMountains]

I can imagine - a tough task for sure and I can see why sleep walking occurred !!lol a wonderful trail to experience though Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@mrjiggs3761]

Nice bit of a different video to your normal vids Murray!

[@patriciarichards87]

We loved this. We've been to Glenshee, Glen Isla, Forfar, but this was all new. Fab xx

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Patricia, it really is a wonderful area and I cant wait to return soon :) Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@gary_248]

Stayed in an eco camp years ago, just off the trail,about 10 miles from Spital of Glenshee. Also regularly go to a lodge near Bridge of Cally and this trail runs almost alongside it Lovely part of our country

[@garymcc3748]

Wonderful video.

[@nickchurchman6815]

Just goes to show that you don't need gnarly terrain for a fantatsic adventure - just wish i lived a little closer than an 8 hour drive away. Thanks for another brilliant film

[@JTT2505]

25 minutes in and thoroughly enjoying this. I'm absorbing your glorious solitude by osmosis. Just what i need. God bless you Murray.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Jim - hope you enjoy the rest of the video :)

[@hikebikescotland9121]

Fangorn!! - Forest thereof.... again Excellent video Murray, we both really enjoyed it and Mrs HikeBikeScotland has it on her list as one to-do! - ATB Tom

[@heathercampbell6906]

amazing murray it looks cracking and great views as well great murray as always your videos r amazing a think you would be brilliant doing your own tv show canny wait till next week👍

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Heather - much appreciated :) Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@suebrown436]

That made a change from the usual kind of scenery you show us! It was great to follow you on this trail, Murray. Thank you for showing us another lovely part of Scotland.

[@runningman4459]

I’d never heard of the Cateran trail, it looks superb.

[@harrylinsdell8114]

Definitely agree about the hills being slightly underrated compared to the mountains, they just as fantastic in places

[@OldOwl2003]

Ahhh Murray that was one of my favourites! The walk always but I loved the stories, the random crab claw joke “ I don’t think you’ll find many crabs flying around up here, so I’m pretty certain someone’s stopped here before” had me cracking up ! I really enjoyed hearing you shout in that wind that nearly had you on your rear end, I know; But it was funny. What a lovely journey to have the privilege of watching, I’m glad you found your Fishiduous 😅trees in the end I too dislike the farmed ones. And to finish it all off that lovely comment about family being the best adventure. Top class Murray ! Thank you. Alaya Norfolk.

[@samanthagrace4934]

Take a shot every time Murray says ‘ANYWAY’😂😂 also another great video!

[@davidchapman1502]

Loved it Murray. Lucky Bugger!!! Think you shot this at same time me and my son were struggling to get to Scotland cause of the weather. Top video as always mate.

[@JackKlumpass]

Watched al the way through👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@wadawads]

Lovely video! I'll be here waiting for you when you report back in!

[@BoredManOutdoors]

A lovely reminder of many of the trail landmarks from my visit earlier in the year Murray. I cycled it over a couple of days with three nights on the trail - fond memories - Thank you. Interesting I also have a C2C hike planned in for this year however I'm sure yours will have more mountains.... 🤜🤛

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thoroughly enjoyed your biking journey on the Cataren trail too Jim 👌👍

[@christopherwhittaker2620]

Saying you were enjoying the views of the rolling hills looking south wax just like when Bob Dylan played electric guitar in the second half of his set at the Newport folk festival. ? 🤔😳😂😂 I really enjoyed this. Cheers 👍👍

[@jameshudson8514]

You will always be the boss of uk outdoors on KZbin Murray…..much respect

[@grahammcclymont3097]

I had never heard of the Cateran trail. It looks great, thanks for all the work that goes into your videos. Looking forward to your 2024 adventures 👍

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Graham - I can recommend it - had a fantastic time on the Cateran trail and will be back to do the bits I missed off on this trip for sure :) Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@suebrown3465]

Seeing green grass and trees made the landscapes very peaceful to watch What a nice trail. Different choices of places to set up camp The sounds of the wind and rain made it very relaxing to watch Thoroughly enjoyed the video and the filming was great Take care 🇨🇦❤️

[@richardbinnie]

I am very familiar with lots of places in this video and live close by. Think I have stopped at that bothy on a walk up from Enochdu many years ago. Glad that you found what you were looking for and keep up your wonderful work. Thanks.

[@MrsHuntontheTrails]

I’m a Kirrie lass and we walked the trail with friends in June 2022 as a training walk for The Colorado Trail (see @Hunt on the Trails if you’re interested in a summer perspective!). Nice to see it in Autumn 🍂. We can certainly recommend the cake at The Glen Isla Hotel should you pass that way again. 😂 🍰

[@ScotlandsMountains]

I’m feeling hungry at the thought of that :) will check out @hunt too 👍👍 Thanks for watching Murray

[@standrewpics]

Interesting trail , thanks Murray

[@bpslodge]

Absolutely loved this one Murray as this is my local stomping ground. The walk to Loch Beanie is glorious and each time I go up here I never get bored . Short of going of to the bathroom with a good book it's about as peaceful as it gets. Thanks again Murray and as usual atvb Brian.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Brian - thats good news and gives me another excuse to go back and visit Loch Beanie as it has been on my to do list for too long :) Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@lyndseywilson9462]

Great country, know Alyth, well used to work at Meigle, but never really walked the tracks. Great trip, love your narrative

[@RZVPeter]

Murry your legs look tired, your more recent videos are showing you looking stronger. What amazing memories you’re capturing

[@jeffmain762]

Great trail that, love the Roy of Kayleigh Falls, stunning place for a picnic.

[@windingroads5199]

Absolutely cracking, what an adventure!

[@alasdairmacdonald6730]

Great film. Well worth saving it for Sunday night. The weather and the trail combined to give a fantastic variety to the film which I enjoyed greatly. I was so pleased you had a good day on Mount Blair. Just shows that being in the right place at the right time is paramount. Thanks again for creating and sharing.

[@DAoutdoors]

Hi Murray, what a wonderful trail, some absolutely belting scenery. And you certainly got lucky with the weather, apart from a bit of breeze on the second day. Those deer when you were at the Bothy weren’t half making a racket! It’s a wonderful sound to hear though. Thanks for sharing your adventure, I love the long videos. We have decent weather forecast for Saturday south of the border so I will be in the Lake District. All the best Dave 😀⛰🥾

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Dave - its a fine trail and I look forward to heading back to do the bits I missed at some point too :) Hope you get good weather at the weekend for your trip to the Lakes :) Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@neildavidson9908]

Another great video, thank you. Curiously though there is a Cateran Hole near Alnwick in Northumberland, rumoured to be used by smugglers and Border Reivers who also stole cattle, thought I'd bring the coincidence to your attention

[@Awaitingparts]

Another tremendously enjoyable video Murray, I see you wearing the Jottnar Svend top. Recently got this myself and its become one of my favourite items....great layer.

[@deborahtravis5688]

Looks tough going with that pack and no supper on day one. Always appreciate your hikes. Also love reading the comments. Happy walking in 2024. Keep safe and thank you.

[@merkyw4187]

Thanks for that Murray lol u kept me up till 1 am watching lol fantastic adventure again as usual :) no hot baths and drams for you every 12 miles as the sign you showed said :) thks again M. 🇮🇪 ☘️

[@elizabethduggan8793]

Lovely walk…… it’s different not any less easier, lots of variety in terrain. Really enjoyable and relaxing to watch….. x

[@jsgskydive1964]

Tattie holidays - love that! Brings back some childhood memories! Field Studies Centre at Kindrogan used to run some great courses on local archaeology and ancient/historic settlements and land use in the area, but it is now closed.

[@marilynchivers4730]

Thanks Murray for another interesting & enjoyable vidio . Always a treat to watch 🎉😊

[@John71]

Beautiful video as usual thank you Murray, thank you for all the effort to film it. Reminds me of down here, similar gorgeous scenery with all those beautiful rolling hills, so lovely to walk in and let the stress melt away, so glad to be here. Solitude is good for the soul, easy to get in this beautiful land if you stay away from the famous places. Will have to visit one day to see it in real life. I know what you mean about plantations, they can get in the way sometimes...

[@juliebarker-4245]

Thankyou Murray for a wonderful video. Stayed in the lodges at glenshee so many times and done this route when I was younger it brought back so many good and happy memories . The scenery is just magical there especially when the herds of deer come over the mountain tops . Glad you had a good supply of scotch eggs and pork pies with you plus the pastilles. Hope you had your whisky flask with you as well. ATB Murray and look forward to your next adventure.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

It’s a wonderful area isn’t it - we often head up and spend a weekend at Glenbeag lodges - so many nice walks around about :) Thanks for watching Murray

[@annemay8379]

Another stunning video. The Cateran trail is a new one for me. Loved the native woodland and some autumn colours , plus deer and cattle! No-one does it like you, your commentaries and photographic skills create such atmosphere. Roll on next Wednesday!❤ All the very best to you. 😀⛰️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👏😊

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Anne - very much appreciated :) BTW Next week is the last of the longer video and a return challenge on the West Highland way - hope you enjoy it next Wednesday Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@annemay8379]

Sounds great. I look forward to it! 😊 HappyNew Year to you and all your family.

[@HuMaNiTaRiAn1]

some effort you put into these videos with all the different shots, looks great, kudos.

[@rm22.02]

I’m 21 years old, and I’ve got to say this looks far more enjoyable than drinking or partying. THIS is what you call LIVING 👌 🏔️

[@saxoncrow2500]

Ah Murray I need to get up to Scotland. Every video I've watched from Scotland always shows just how beautiful the country is. Your videography is fantastic and you have a great eye buddy. Keep up the excellent and thank you for letting me live through you haha.

[@timrosenburgh8597]

Another great adventure Murray. I wish you a Happy New Year mate. What a brilliant walk and the weather was very kind to you. You were going to the Bothie to have a coffee. Well your a poet and didn't know it. Hope you and your son have a great time in Skye or Torridon. Look forward to the video.

[@alastairkippax]

That looked a fantastic walk Murray, I've recently done a few 'lower level' walks similar to that and found them absolutely superb, thankyou once again and stay well 👌🏻

[@callumford3662]

This is (and always has been) hands down the best Channel on this. I have watched for years and every week it never fails to impress. Two weeks ago I was actually going to comment asking on how many munros you had done before watching… glad I watched it first now lol. Then this week whilst the intro to this video was playing, I was looking at old photos of my family’s old caravan at balintuim. A few minutes later you were walking the trail just out the back of where these photos were taken! What are the chances :)! All the best for 2024 and thank you for the great content :)

[@ScotlandsMountains]

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[@super64nz]

Awesome video and adventure Murray. Thanks for sharing. Always look forward to your next upload 👍🇳🇿

[@jacquelinemcgowan8164]

This was great Murray the scenery was wonderful, so glad you had a great time, take care xxxx

[@ellenlepore3083]

Brilliant video 🏔️! The scenery was stunning ✨

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Ellen its a wonderful area and great landscape to hike through :) Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@virtualan]

Love watching your vlogs Murray thank you for sharing your adventures and experiences. After your first stop at @24:06 - 24:10 mins in this vid there is a weird light in the distance. Is it just a gull or car headlights?

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks :) The lights will be from the road that runs upto the Glenshee ski centre if it was on the first camp :) (I think ) Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@DevInvest]

Try Machta vs coffee! Don’t boil the water, I forget the “ideal” temp, but it’s below boiling (80c comes to mind) you can certainly use a bit lower temp, just don’t go over that upper limit by much. You can use “culinary grade” vs the other, often much more, expensive grades, it’s just a bit more earthy in flavor, but shouldn’t be a bother if you’re drinking black coffee. It’s a much better energy delivery, IMHO You can also let it cool, add a touch of powdered ginger and pour a shot into a water bottle and fill it; gives a nice little extra boost to your water

[@rtk3543]

Great adventure Murray, never tire of the Scottish landscape.

[@cragratoutdoors]

This is on my ever growing to do list now. Your video has sold it to me👍🏻

[@he_finds_his_way]

Brilliant mate, hundreds of videos on here doing the similar sort of thing, your by far the best, fantastic production, knowledgeable, detailed, humour…

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thank you - very nice of you to say so - so many great channels out there for sure :) Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@andrewgifford1509]

Nice one Murray, you are a great ambassador for Scotland!

[@alisonlyons4691]

Great hike Murray, especially close to your home, and to hardly see anyone. I love days like that, to feel you own the land and stand in a pliace where maybe no one else has stood is a great feeling. Have a great 2024, and enjoy your adventure with Lewis. Take care......Alioban ❤

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Alioban 🙏

[@sueelphick9060]

Thankyou Murray another great video on a part of Scoland I don't know ar all ....Beautiful and obviously full of wildlife 😊😊😊. My back injury has been playing up this week so late to the party again!!!

[@middleagedgamer9630]

That rock at 58:40 looked so useful I'm surprised you didn't take it with you 😁

[@dhqlax]

Awesome video as always love the channel Thank you

[@terrylazarou7075]

Very much enjoyed this watch and learned a few things along the way. Thank you!

[@McConnachy]

The Caterans used to raid into Glenesk, I mind my granny telling me, that’s why Invermark castle was built. It was a major drove route from the Highlands to the port of Montrose.

[@RonBryson-i2k]

That was very informative. I have been on part of that trail when staying in Blairgowrie or Bridge of Calley. I always wondered about the full trail. So now I know so thank you for that. Another great production.

[@brycehermon5939]

An excellent and entertaining video. It looks like a fantastic walk through differing terrain with brilliant scenery. It was great to see the wild deer. Thanks for sharing Murray. I'm looking forward to your next adventure.

[@backpackingcapebreton]

Thoroughly enjoyed that! Thanks as always for sharing.

[@davidmolyneaux5062]

Another great vlog, thank you. We have friends that holiday regularly in the Spittle of Glenshee area and it was lovely to see it from your perspective. Great filming, editing, very professional but not over-produced whatsoever 😊

[@DaveGoodman1959]

That was brilliant Murray, I do like the longer trip videos. Happy new year to you 🥃

[@nilesdelta8636]

Always wanted to do this trail . Looks amazing . Great stuff well shot as ever ! Happy New Year !

[@TheHoustonWay]

Great scenary, and looked to be an enjoyable trip. A nice treat enjoying the longer video. Great work as always.

[@annlowson258]

Your videos are always a delight, Murray, but watching those last three has been one of my highlights of Christmas/ New Year!! Magical viewing .....and longer than usual to add to the treat! A very Happy New Year to you and your family and many thanks.🙂🙂

[@annabelmacrae5256]

Have you ever thought of doing the Applecross peninsula from Kishorn yard to Sheildaig? There are tracks to follow on much of the coast and a bothy at Uags. There was talk around 12 years ago of making a continuous track which never happened.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

I have looked at that area a few times- would be great to explore for sure 👌👍

[@ianblanchard2406]

Just quality from start to finish.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

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[@Orenjen]

Wow, this is definitely one for me to do this year! I'm half an hour in and loving every second, thank you Murray. I love your commentaries & cinematography. As usual, absolutely bloody stunning. Happy New Year! ✨

[@bethlowell7336]

What an awesome experience. The scenery was beautiful and it looks like you had some pretty nice weather. Thanks for sharing such a great walk. Cheers.

[@kirstymcleod6647]

love your longer form videos Murray - it's kept me engrossed while I'm entertaining my unwelcome and overstaying first-foot of the year.... Covid - BAH! Have a very happy and adventure filled new year!

[@andypotts8062]

A great video of a trail I wasn't aware of...beautiful views of both the Highlands and the lovely wooded areas of the lowlands...a very very enjoyable video...wishing you and family a very happy new year.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Andy - same to you and yours for 2024 Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@garrypaton2763]

Excellent overview, many thanks.

[@lightanddreamsphotography7140]

Excellent, really enjoyed that, thanks Murray :)

[@ucantjustdoit]

Really enjoyed this trip you shared Murray, thanks. Ha, ha: as an ex-Fife child I haven't heard anyone say "the tattie holidays" for ages.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks - hope you enjoyed the video :) - the good ole tattie holidays :) never did them but spent many a summer picking berries at Black ruthven farm near Perth!! Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@ibrstellar1080]

Another barnstorming hike Murray and it was great to see new landscapes and often wondered what this trail was like so great Information and walking references for anyone doing this walk. It looks OK to mountain bike it in the summer and definitely One for 5he bucket list😁👍🫡.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

It’s well worth it - I really enjoyed the Cateran Trail :) I reckon a bike would be ok on most parts and on other bits there are roads nearby if you wanted to skip the rough trail :) Thanks for watching Murray

[@duncantaylor9584]

Smashin trip ,good to watch as I've been down with the flu,thank you Murray and a Happy New Year to you and your family ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤

[@IndigoBikeTouring]

Another good one ! Best channel on youtube all the best for this year Murray

[@ScotlandsMountains]

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[@angelalaw840]

Have you ever walked on and got carried away with the view and thoughts and then forgotten about the camera? I'm sure I would do that.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Not yet - but there is a first time for everything g😂😂

[@nick8772]

The second of your vids that I've watched (both in one sitting) & now I'm subscribed. I'm presently recovering from bronchitis and these have given me the impetus to get our & about again soon.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Nick - much appreciated and welcome to the channel - hope you enjoy. Some of the videos over here and hope you get out soon Thanks Murray

[@nollem41]

Escapism at it's very best!

[@Scottsfc]

A can o Fanta, you traitor Murray, You should be drinkin Irn Bru big yin, great video by the way 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@erinmcgrathejm4985]

Was watching something else when the notification popped up! Immediately started your video! Comments forthcoming (once I actually watch the whole thing!)

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Hope you make it through to the end and enjoy the video :)

[@erinmcgrathejm4985]

Just finished…one thing I’ve learned about Scotland is, the far northern Highlands don’t have a stranglehold on beauty. You had such serene views and so much wildlife (and coos) to see, so much solitude, all so close to home. I’ve been in Blairgowrie before but never knew about this path. Thanks, and don’t ever think a video of yours is too long. Cheers and ATB!

[@Kev_Russ]

Great backpacking adventure Murray. 😎I did a wee bit of this trail a few years ago. Dropped down from the Corbett Monamenach and a race to get back to the club bus at the Spittal.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

It’s a wonderful area - really enjoying this area over the last few years after a few years of ignoring the area :) great walking all around :) Hope you are well Kevin - enjoyed the Tarmachan Ridge video :) Thanks for watching Murray

[@Kev_Russ]

@@ScotlandsMountains Good Murray cheers. 👍

[@alistairthow1384]

Murray have you ever considered the loch Lomond and cowal path from inverruglas to Portavadie? It seams to have a good write up without being too busy.