The Affric Kintail Way 2022. Four day hike & Wild Camping

A wonderful four day hike from Drumnadrochit to Morvich. Wild camping along the route. Excellent company provided by Big Pete..
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[@BoredManOutdoors]

Sorry about the not so great video quality.. compressed it a bit too much. 🤷

[@agnieszkas7238]

amazing video, I'm doing this trail in two weeks' time and hope to have this kind of weather all the time :)

[@jackmccann7147]

Evening sir. You were bang on about day 1 and 2. Too much forestry. I must have missed your day 2 camping spots. I ended up pulling an 18 miler. I was goosed I won't lie. Day 3 was definitely worth it though. Pretty much pure white until heading up the glen to Morvich. Big shout to Cannich Campsite. Safe trails mate. 👍

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Nice one Jack... I have fond memories of it... My company was ace as well.. I'm hoping to get out again soon with my mate Big Pete 😄

[@PieRack]

Excellent video covering a great walk. The second half of this walk holds up against any Scottish walk for scenery, amazing views. Thanks for having me along. I did look very very tired :D

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Cheers Big Pete.. Perfect company pal. Where next? 😎

[@Chilternwildcamper]

Just done this and started from Dog Falls car park. A wonderful wild camp spot I can recommend is on a little beach on the loch Beinn a Mheadhoin, just to the east of the River Affric car park. Idyllic, and has some shelter from wind. You'll spot it from the path, and take a little track down. Ps. Got a taxi from Drumnadrochit, was £44.

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Hope the weather was kind to you and you enjoyed the journey. It is quite beautiful isn't it. 👏👏👏😎

[@Chilternwildcamper]

@@BoredManOutdoors the weather was like a psycho friend, all sweet and sunny one minute, and then smacking you in the face with icy rain the next! Highland weather?

[@BoredManOutdoors]

@@Chilternwildcamper yes, I think so. The weather up here this week has been pretty changeable (use word of your choice).. Cold as well... Snow on the tops earlier in the week.. 🥶. Psycho friend 😂

[@stevenfletcher1653]

Cheers Jim, enjoyed watching again and the comedy value of your facial expressions on day 2 were priceless.

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Cheers Steven. I don't hide my disappointment very well.. Day 2 was a little grim. Thanks for watching and really appreciate your comments and support. 🍺😎

[@kenwelsh455]

Very informative. The most practical video I’ve seen for this trail. Good job. 👍

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Cheers Ken. Have you done it or plan to do it..? Seems like ages ago noo. 👍

[@fraserconnell21]

Oh happy day👍. Cheered us right up this one😬. Great job! A subscriber 💥

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Thank you Fraser. We really appreciate your comments. Keep well. Jim 😎👍

[@elizabethhamilton6309]

Really enjoyed sitting watching this video, scenery fantastic.

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Thank you Elizabeth. Isn't it just a magical place - wish I had a better camera.. I'm so happy you liked it and thank you for watching. 😎👍

[@lucybailey6802]

Watched this last night and this trail looks unbelievable. Right up my street. I’ve definitely got this route on my to do list. I did a long route last year but this shorter one would give me more time and opportunity to explore and take in the stunning views. Absolutely loved watching this. Well done. 🙂

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Thank you Lucy. It is quite a beautiful place and I'll definitely revisit from the Morvich side. Some nice climbing as well - so lots to explore. Thank you for you comments and I'm really pleased you enjoyed it. I hope the weather is kind to you when you venture out. 😎👍

[@lucybailey6802]

@@BoredManOutdoors Me too. This year it’s the West Highland Way starting on the 9/4/22. I know I’m bound to get some rocky weather over my 7 days but I pray for it to be nice over the Rannock Moor section and Bridge of Orchy in particular. In your video of the Affric Kintail Way the forestry scenes remind me so much of the Loch Ness 360 last year. That too goes through Drumnadrochit so it was nice to see it once again. Those mountains and open glens though on day 3 and 4 really are something else and what I also like is that it’s not too long that you’re out there. Such vast landscapes can be very overwhelming for long periods and this trail looks very appealing for people who are just perhaps starting out with open landscape hiking. It’s definitely the kind of terrain I thrive in. As much as the Peak District is stunning, the Scottish Highlands is where I feel totally free. I aim to do a Scottish trail every year where possible. Once again, Thankyou 🙂

[@whenigotothemountains1203]

Nice one Jim. Enjoyed. Know the areas but never seen a video of the trail so I liked seeing it. Atb gordon

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Thanks Gordon. It is a beautiful place to visit and I hope I did it justice. Hope you're well.. 😎☺️👍

[@emz_adventure]

Thoroughly enjoyed this. Well done chaps. The scenery was incredible. That trail is going on my to do list for sure. Thanks for sharing

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Good for you. Definitely worth doing.. specially the last day or two.. 😉 Thank you for your message. 👌😎

[@davidcurrie5230]

Like you say some stunning Scenery and great commentary

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Thank you David. 😎

[@RustyOutside]

Nice video, I did this walk myself a few weeks ago, the tarmac and forestry tracks are worth it for the spectacular scenery of Glen Affric. I stayed at the Hostel - what a great place this is too.

[@BoredManOutdoors]

It is a lovely hike and as you say, the 2nd half is quite spectacular isn't it . 👍😎

[@titothetroddler]

Looks like a very enjoyable Trip JKB and Pete. The last 2 days look amazing, so lucky to have so many wonderful places to explore up there, all the best TTT 😊 ⛺️ 👏👏

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Troddlemeister.. lovely place isn't it.. Three hours drive.. nothing really.. I'm already looking for somewhere else to visit. Work permitting. Hope you're well pal. ⛺👌😎

[@peterweatherburn8837]

Looks like a good route I particularly liked the last tent pitch next to the river that would suit me down to the ground. Good, interesting video well done.

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Thank you Peter. Lovely place to camp. ⛺ 👊

[@o_m_todd_esq7171]

another cracking film Jim, brought back memories of when I yomped along there but did it t'other way.....it's a bloody big climb to start with

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Ahh yes.. it was brutal on the knees going up...😁.. what a place though.. I will return. 😎👍

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Sorry - I meant down. 🙄

[@Randyberlin123]

Wow! Stunning.

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Cheers mate. 😎

[@rebeccabecca6468]

That was brilliant, thank you. On my list for this Autumn fingers crossed.

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Good luck Rebecca. It is a beautiful place.. you will love it. I would definitely return. Will you video it? 👍

[@lintym]

Loved it, so beautiful xx

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Thank you mummy x

[@jamesss1953]

What a fit wee man you is; I don’t think I’d manage such 😜 Amazing pies is Melton Mowbray 🥱 Enjoyed watching & stunning scenery tooo. Man ~ just amazin…. WELL DONE 👍

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Ahhh pies.. almost like Caramel Wafers but different.. we all have our vices.. Thank you Frank. 🥾🥾🥾🥾🥾⛺👍

[@Kev_Russ]

That was a brilliant watch Jim. Well done lads. 👏Had ye oan the big telly after a guid day on the Hills. 📺 Your face on day 2 😆 Day 3 & 4 were 👌😎 What a camp spot. My best ever camp sleeps have been next to a river.

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Eyup Kev mate. How ya doing? Cheers. Lovely second part, what a place Kintail is.. you're definitely right on riverside camping, I get my best night's sleep listening to river white noise. Enjoy the weather Kev. Jim

[@Kev_Russ]

@@BoredManOutdoors Good bud. Aye want to get into Kintail again this year.

[@mistymountains360]

I really enjoyed that , maybe more than I was thinking i would after the first 2 days looking so glum and dreary but yeah the last 2 made the first 2 a worthwhile walk.

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Hi Artur. Four completely different days, with two very different landscapes. The second two days were quite brilliant. We both felt very lucky to have such good weather during the last part of the walk. Thank you Artur. Jim :-)

[@scottdrennan5246]

Cracking walk with brilliant views at the latter part. Made walking through the crap all the more worth it! 😂 Hopefully I'll have a go at that. 👍🏻 ATB

[@BoredManOutdoors]

It was great Scott. If not the whole route, explore it from the Morvich side on an over nighter. 👍

[@rebeccabecca6468]

Hello again, just watching this a second time as doing this trail in the next few weeks. Any tips on wild camping spots, particularly the first few days would be greatly appreciated if you can remember. You said there wasn't really any between Drum and Cannich? Then you mentioned a good spot past Cannich. Any pitch stop ideas welcome :)

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Hi there... I hope the weather is kind to you. Obviously there is Cannich camp site or wild camping almost across the road if you don't want to pay. If you're not planning on going as far as Cannich on day one, there is a short road section before crossing the road on to the new-ish route along forestry track - there will probably be options along there and within the woodlands. After Cannich, not a great deal however, there are a couple of spots in woodland before Dog Falls.. More opportunity if you're on your own, if with others, ( more tents) a little more challenging.. hope that helps.. Good luck Rebecca - Jim 😎

[@rebeccabecca6468]

@@BoredManOutdoors thank you so much! I hope the weather is kind too 🙏

[@britpackdog4545]

My knees hurt just watching this

[@BoredManOutdoors]

My knees were ok but my feet were bloody sore... Cheers.. 🥾🥾🥾🥾🥾😎

[@VagabondTurtle]

That is one exciting and beautiful trail to take, I'm very glad you showed it! I was planning on biking, maybe not the same area but close, so seeing it just makes me more resolute that I want to do this! BTW: I love your gears! I own quite a good amount of outdoors stuff, and getting some more inspiration :)

[@BoredManOutdoors]

I agree, lovely cycling country as well. Id really like to explore the area more and with my bike. The original plan was on my own. Drop the car, cycle to Drum, stash the bike then walk back.. decided on the bus in the end as I'm only just getting my bike legs back. 🚴😎

[@Lor3nzo89]

Great video! Any idea where that spot is on the map at 23:32 ?

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Hi ENZO.. I think it was around here - N 57° 15.246', W 005° 01.187' 😎

[@richardmbarrelmaker]

Thinking of doing the Affric-Kintail route next spring (using the GGW to get to Drumnadroicht from Inverness), so this video is very useful. What time of year did you do this walk?

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Hi Richard. Thanks for your message and good luck with your hikes.. We went in march. Cheers pal. 👍

[@richardmbarrelmaker]

@@BoredManOutdoors Many thnaks - thats good to know - I'm probably heading up that way in mid April, so (hopefully) should be a bit warmer

[@doobriebobbins]

Great video! Looking to do this in the spring. Out of interest, where did you park in Morvich? Looking into logistics of getting to the start and end at the mo.

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Hi there. There is a small cemetery on the right just past the causeway, turn right and there is off road parking there. 💪💪💪😁

[@doobriebobbins]

@@BoredManOutdoors back from the trail. Ended up parking at the Pitstop by the bus stop as they were kind enough to let me leave my car there

[@BoredManOutdoors]

@@doobriebobbins hope you enjoyed it and the weather was kind ☺️

[@julieallum140]

Did this walk last year, totally agree long walk in to Cannich! I spent my first night wildcamping exactly where you stopped for breakfast on Day 3 then my second night pitched about 1/4 mile on from Camban Bothy. Thanks for the memories..ps did you buy the Buff in the Spar Shop? I have the exact same one 😆

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Thank you Julie. Really appreciate your comments.. yes, both Pete and I bought one from the store. I'm looking forward to revisiting the area again soon from Morvich side. 😁👍

[@YeahStevie]

Hopefully going to sneak this in during the October school holidays, is the bus stop to Drumnadrochit about 20meters off the main road & deside the Jac-o-bite or has street view not been updated yet?

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Good luck with the hike - I hope all goes well for you. Are you talking about the bus stop at Morvich to Drum?

[@YeahStevie]

@@BoredManOutdoors yes. I like to get everything planned out before I go and I have a fear that I'd stand about waiting and then see the bus zoom past because I wasn't at the right stop

[@BoredManOutdoors]

@@YeahStevie I'm the same. If you're driving to Morvich, there is off-road parking just behind the cemetery. A short walk back across the 'bridge' towards Kintail crafts. The bus stop (and shelter) is set back off the road however, the bus stops at the junction (to Kintail crafts) you can't miss it. You can see the bus coming from distance as it enters Morvich.. Just jump up and down in the road.. 👍

[@YeahStevie]

@@BoredManOutdoors 👍 Thank you. It'll be a last minute drive up if there's a weather window, so I'm doing all my planning now.

[@stephenwharrior5835]

im doing this in the middle of may

[@BoredManOutdoors]

The weather should be even better in May. We were going to do it in three days but very glad we took a little longer to enjoy it. I hope you have a great hike. 👍

[@stephenwharrior5835]

@@BoredManOutdoors thanks just one question was the pub open at cannich for food im doing the 4 maybe if weathers good with a hike up BEINN FHADA

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Sorry Stephen, I don't know. I only visited the store as we got in late. Have a great trip. 👍

[@BigbangG5]

I would love to know if there is a path all the way through?

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Oh yes - all the way.. track or mountain path. 👍😎

[@richarddabal565]

I am planning to hike this late August 2023. will pubs/inn's be open then. What about buses back to Fort William. What kind of temperatures to expect.

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Hi Richard. Pubs will be open. I've no idea about buses but I'm sure you will be able to get to FW without too much fuss. As for temperature.. it's the Highlands so expect (and prepare for) everything but should be warm - don't forget the midges. Have fun.

[@duncangrant391]

How often does the bus run to Dumnadrochit from where you parked and how much did it cost, thanks.

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Eyup Duncan. Seem to remember it was about £9. Didn't really get into the timetable, just looked for an early bus to get a noon start from Drum. 😎

[@marielmaxine2753]

@boredmanoutdoors Hi from Panama! Would be cool if you do a group to join you? Would love something like this on my next vacay and meet new people

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Thank you 😊😊