Walking the West Highland Way | A Solo Adventure, July Summer

[@Natalielaura]

Thanks so much for watching 🦎 Time Stamps 00:00 Intro 00:28 Day 1 Milngavie - Drymen (DrymenCamping.co.uk) 07:00 Day 2 Drymen - Wild Camping Spot, next to the Loch (just after the no-camping zone) 21:48 Day 3 Loch Lomond - Inverarnan (Beinglas Campsite) 29:50 Day 4 Inverarnan - Wild Camping @ The Bridge of Orchy 36:37 Day 5 Wild Camping @ Bridge of Orchy - Kinlochleven 42:33 Day 6 Kinlochleven to Fort William Love & light, Natalie 🍀

[@ajkyte]

You're such a beautiful soul. I just wish that the world was full of more people like you.

[@Philliben1991]

I've done the WHW a few times and the 'no rush' attitude makes it the most enjoyable. In fact I'd even encourage people to take 'off' days from the trail, either to rest or explore areas off the trail. For instance at Inversnaid, take a day off and climb one of the hills or walk up to Loch Katrine. The first couple of days are the hardest, after that your body makes adjustments to trail life.

[@234cheech]

i hope you enjoyed youre self

[@Lightandlovetoyou]

I love your hair , voice , energy . You’re absolutely a gift 🎁 you truly are

[@TTraveller3]

Wonderful hike. Beautiful countryside! Well done. Quote for the day.... J.R.R. Tolkien's quote "Not all those who wander are lost."

[@Natalielaura]

I like that 🤗💫

[@ajkyte]

Thanks!..... really inspiring.

[@UnkemptBushell]

Just finished watching your first 2 days. I completed the WHW in May and I cleared the managed camping zone day 1 and nearly wrecked my feet. I’m 99% sure I pitched in the exact spot you did!

[@colinboxall2692]

Really enjoyed watching. Definitely one of the best WHW films. Amazing amount of miles covered. Similar to my 4 days which with a full pack was too much. For others I stayed at Balmaha, Beinglais, Tyndrum (snowed!) Glencoe. I overnighted in Glen Nevis and early morning coach back Glasgow. Will see what other walking videos you have undertaken. Happy adventures in ‘24. The Rain bakery in FW is something else. Went back two years ago and went by train. Weird feeling watching the WHW walkers along the path out of Tyndrum to BoO.

[@maurice5992]

Really enjoyed watching that Natalie. Your gentle commentary complimented the beautiful scenery perfectly. Hoping to walk the WHW this Spring, 2024.

[@Endless_Moments]

Thanks for sharing. Very nice video.

[@UKSkol]

Fun video to watch. I did chortle a bit when at Kinghouse you was planning to catch a train in 3 hours. The joy of playing it by ear hehe. Hope to see more trekking adventures

[@shawndyer8140]

Thank you for sharing your hiking ita so nice with such a beautiful lady who is happy.

[@stevenboyd666]

Hi. Just watched your video. Super impressed. I've walked The West Highland Way several times on my own. Keep walking.

[@paulpayton8238]

I know where you are I've been all up the north west way love it 😀 ❤ bless you Ruth

[@peterdiebel7372]

Thank you for pleasing , relaxing journey.Natalie you have wonderful soft voice . Cheers from B.C. Canada.

[@alexandertemple-williams728]

Hi Natalie. Thank you for making this video and sharing it. I have been a climber for most of my life but after a heart attack I think I should do more walking and you have helped to inspire me to do that maybe in time I will do the walk you have just shared on video. Blessings Alex

[@Scottishoutdoors123]

Hey hunni I enjoyed watching your video it's giving me even more motivation to do the walk I'm going to do it solo in July can't wait for the pain lol but I'm also going to do the great Glen way so walking from Glasgow to Fort William from Fort William to Inverness should be fun I will subscribe to your channel 🦋🦋🦋

[@Natalielaura]

Definitely go for it! ☀ Sounds like an adventure you'll love🤗

[@Scottishoutdoors123]

@@Natalielaura I sure will enjoy it 😊

[@TravelHungryForLife]

Awesome solo hike my friend well done See you soon all the best be safe always 👍🏻👍🏻

[@BimbleWithBruce]

Just found your channel. I've watched a few and looking forward to seeing more (just subscribed too)

[@Davidsdigitalmemories]

Hi. I love the fact you just looked up the start and finish and just went on to walk this amazing walk. I'm walking it in April next year and the few guys I'm walking with are adamant that we book, have set miles and plan to the fine detail of the walk. I'm just hey, I just want to take my time and plod on. I think I'm happier not planning and just doing. Hats off to ya. Looks fantastic and I can't wait to see it for my self. I will be watching more of your content. Thankyou.

[@DieSchweigers]

Hello, a very nice hiking tour. The weather wasn't easy and made everything difficult, but great performance. The landscape was beautiful. A subscription for you. Best regards from Vienna 😊👍

[@robandjo2001]

Nice video- gave a really good feel for the trail and what's involved. Thanks for sharing. 😃

[@Scottishoutdoors123]

Lovely video again 👌 I bought myself pink tickets for June for my birthday present too myself im going to do the WHW and the great Glen Way GGW in July 🦋🦋🦋

[@wackyswanderings3627]

Hi there Natalie Laura just found your channel and absolutely loved this WHW hike. Brought back some great memories. You have a calming way about you and the footage and documentary was so relaxing. Definitely big thumbs up from me. Thanks for taking us along and putting it all together. Looking forward to seeing more. Well done and wishing you and yours all the best. Dave aka wackyswanderings

[@alantaylor688]

Great video, thanks for sharing. Must try the West Highland Way before too long!

[@sbdiaries]

Such a nice hike 🚶‍♀️ with rolling clouds ⛅️. A great stop by the lake, thanks for having us along 😀. Greetings from Simon and Beth ❤🙋

[@KavanOBrien]

Looks a nice trip , your internal spirit is strong one thinks.

[@iainmacmillan2548]

Thanks for a most enjoyable video. I walked the Way in 1983, and it was a real pleasure seeing some of those places again.

[@daivapetrikaite]

Nice trip 👌 i like it 😊

[@stevenGallichan]

Please keep going really enjoyed it 👍

[@michaelcrawford9425]

You have such a calming presence about you. I very much enjoyed your video. Thank you for sharing.

[@kingboy76]

Lovely video. I did feel sorry for you when at Bridge of Orchy you talked about possibly going all the way to Fort William that day, when it was nearly 40 miles away, and then with 25 miles to go, you wondered if you'd make your train 3 hours later! Thanks for sharing the story of your walk

[@davidwiseman70]

First time Ive watch one of your vids Natalie, lovely soft voice, very relaxing and being a Jock.... adored the scenery. Have now subscribed x

[@Roamingthecotswolds]

Beautiful video

[@nickaird5216]

amazing, you should be so proud of yourself, total respect to you kind lady xx

[@morayr6]

I really enjoyed you sharing your walk I’ve done this a few times now and never get bored. You do a good job capturing this keep up the good work ❤

[@clivewilkinson5394]

Natalie, first of your videos . I have seen. I have subscribed, good for you girl. Enjoyed every moment. I shall be back for more. 😊thanks .

[@susanwilson4339]

Hiya Natalie, just found your channel watching this first vid really enjoying it , I'm 48 and from Scotland and also love walking x

[@chrisholt2474]

A great film thank you, I’m planning to walk the West Highland Way end of March or early April 2024, alone and camping, over about 10 days. To do 20 miles a day would be to much for me. I got some good information from your film, thank you and well done, all the best, regards, Chris.

[@Natalielaura]

A great time to go! I'm pleased it was helpful 🌱

[@davidjackson8829]

Me too. Booked leave for last week of March. Excited. Previously got far as Tyndrum but got huge blisters. Winter walking socks in April and new boots is not good. This time I am using Keen walking shoes which I know work well for me.

[@Natalielaura]

@@davidjackson8829 Hope you enjoy the landscape :)

[@chrisholt2474]

@@davidjackson8829good luck David and not long now before your WHW adventure, all the best. 🍻👍👍👍

[@davidjackson8829]

@@chrisholt2474 Thanks. I start 23rd March. Very excited to be back on the trail🙂🙂🙂

[@duncancarter8012]

This looks amazing! One day I may follow your tracks. Well done.

[@everydayexplorersuk]

I love Scotland - Really want to tackle this walk...... Well done Natalie, best of luck on your next adventure.

[@kyle-4-eyes305]

Fair Play! Done The Trail Twice With All The Gear! Not Easy Well Done 👏👏🦸🏻

[@colinwhitehouse1310]

Just love the video keep them coming

[@andyroyphotography800]

Hey just came across your channel, well sone really enjoyed this 👏👏 looking forward to seeing more

[@lexm9416]

Really enjoyed this, well done 😀

[@robcostello9050]

you should try the great glen way from Fort William to Inverness its only 78 miles but so worth it

[@jamesoutdoors.6450]

This hike is next on my list. thanks for the video.

[@heavybreathing365]

멋진 산과 들판입니다!

[@Delta6547]

Enjoyed the video, thank you for showing some different shots along Loch Lomond that none of the other KZbinrs I've watched recently do, it added wonderfully to the context! Also cool to see the LighterPack link in the comments, found the Bonfus backpack interesting will look into it more.

[@Iron-Outdoor]

Nice video, thanks for sharing. Hope to see more views of the things you see on your adventures

[@mikeyx1341]

That was a lovely watch. Thank You. it brought back so many memories.

[@greglarUK]

Hi Natalie-Laura what a lovely video, thank for bringing us along with you. Recognising your wisdom, connection to both nature and the moment of your adventure. Thank you so much for sharing, appreciated 🙂

[@Natalielaura]

Thank you so much!

[@MG-bs5mr]

Good going in 6 days, I could only manage 8½. I know what you mean about the vibes at Beinglas campsite, I stopped there on day 4 after only 6 miles and stayed the night, I needed the shorter day. The place just felt so welcoming. Oh and at 39:00 ... I wild camped right there on the right, in that little alcove off the drovers road! Amazing views across the moor.

[@lizwallace273]

Goodness, you covered lots of miles every day! We walked that route in April and we took eight days! Of course, we lingered in pubs and cafes a lot! It's a beautiful route. Thank you for sharing!

[@Natalielaura]

It was quite a challenge 😹 I think taking more days is definitely worth it as you can really absorb more of the scenery as you go :)

[@babarfyi]

Very inspiring. Thanks for sharing

[@paulk4662]

Well done for the walk. Looked great.

[@italyforme1053]

Just been catching up on your videos , having been linked to the Camino ones. Lovely trails and your perspective on slowing down and thinking for your own health is one I have also been following this last year . One thing i like is no drone, just the ground shots that keep it real and the views as they come and go. Anyway a new subscriber you now have. If you have time for shorter one day trips this autumn, try some of the walks around Perthshire -' Big Tree Country' where the sounds of the trees and the locks and river Tay are very soothing. The colours are just stunning and good access from Pitlochry or via Perth and local buses.

[@Natalielaura]

Thank you for the recommendations!

[@charlessmith8310]

Brilliant! Huge cheer from me.. Sad to say, but my long walking days are done, so thanks very much for this experience. I so much WISH that I had considered doing this adventure when able to do so. I was so glad to be carried along on your journey. Thank you!

[@Natalielaura]

Aw thanks Charles :)

[@buffplums]

Lovely to see you Natalie I’ve just found your channel and subscribed xx

[@suehillman7189]

Really enjoyed this video, I’m thinking of doing this trail next year. Thanks.xx

[@Natalielaura]

Thank you sue! Go for it, you’ll enjoy the challenge 🌞

[@seanclark2085]

Nice one 👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏼

[@craigwatson9320]

Well done lassie 🙌🏼👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@petelashley]

Really excellent video, many thanks!! 🙂👍

[@thelittlethingsinlife239]

Full respect to you for this one. Will be watching the rest when i finish work 🙂👍

[@Natalielaura]

Aww thank you!! I hope it gives you some inspiration 🌞

[@thelittlethingsinlife239]

@@Natalielaura I love the outdoors Natalie. My son did the East Highland Way a few years ago 🙂💞

[@Desiderata-lc1uk]

Just found your videos and am enjoying them so much! Thanks!

[@nickk.827]

Stunning!!!😊

[@JonleePeakman]

Well done! What a calming video, I'd be really interested to see a video on the gear you used for this.

[@JohnGlenwright-lb2zy]

Thanks for a thoroughly enjoyable journey along the west highland way ,scenery was amazing .

[@Natalielaura]

glad you enjoyed it John!🦎

[@whoarewe7515]

Very nice.

[@BOTG_Adventures]

I'd love to do this iv mainly been doing Yorkshire Dale's stuff. If you didn't plan how did your sort food and water..? Wanna do it again.? You can show me around.. 🎉

[@DemiGod..]

The West Highland way was my first outing into the outdoors. Walked part of the way to kingusie hotel with somebody from Invverness. I camped in my tent, he had a tarp and got eaten alive by the midges. Had torential rain one day, by the time I had set up my tent and got the outer on, the inner was filled with water. Walked to kingusie hotel with some guy from Inverness, he had to camp using a tarp as hotel full. Poor guy got eaten alive by midges, not me nthough as had a tent. On the bus coming back from fort william was a canadian girl who went up ben nevis wearing trainers, broke her ankle, was in a plaster cast. The tent I used, a 3 season WIld Country Mistrel was later destroyed in the carngorms in an storm with 80mph winds reported.

[@voicezful]

Congrats for completing the WHW - very few make the 96 miles without getting soaked.

[@campingboy9213]

Stunning trip

[@Thekinggg748]

First time for me watching your video's, I enjoyed it! I will for sure be checking out more. We'll done

[@Natalielaura]

👋🥳

[@TheExpendables4]

beautiful nature...also you are😊👍

[@craigy1872]

A great video and impressive that you got everything into a 38 L pack.

[@wakingtheworld]

Day 2: Relatively flat along Loch Lomond???!!! You must have taken the upper (& easier) route. For me it was an arduous up and down with many stony paths, rocks, tree roots, mud and slithery bits.... Blimey, you're on Day 5 and wanting to make it to Fort William!! Kinlochlevan -> F. William is 15 miles alone and Kinlochlevan still lay ahead. The hill out of Kinlochlevn.... hmmm.... A surprise? As I made the long descent into this valley the previous day, I thought 'I'm gonna have to climb out of this tomorrow!' Well done for completing in 6 days, Natalie. I took a planned 8 but took my time, took 100's of photographs and a lot of video footage and panoramas. The scenery blew me away. An amazing solo holiday.

[@MG-bs5mr]

She definitely took the lower path, she walked past Rowcoish Bothy.

[@wakingtheworld]

@@MG-bs5mr Ah right ho! Youth isn't on my side anymore and Natalie had a cracking pace but everyone says the Loch Lomond stretch is the worst and I concur. At the time I said 'Never again'!

[@MG-bs5mr]

@@wakingtheworld yeah I found the Loch Lomond bit tricky too, I reached Beinglas campsite at lunchtime on day 4 and decided that was going to be a short day 😂

[@wakingtheworld]

@@MG-bs5mr My day 2 was Drymen via Conic Hill to Rowardennan (15 miles) and I didn't get there till 7pm! But being solo, I opted for safety over speed! The shore route was so pretty though....

[@MG-bs5mr]

@@wakingtheworld yeah my day 2 was similar, I walked from Drymen to Sallochy campsite just south of Rowardennan. My third day went a bit sideways, I ended up wild camping just north of Inversnaid hotel. I meant to get alot further up the loch that day but I got chatting to people at Inversnaid and beer was involved 😂 I did it last week so my sunsets were between 7pm and 7:30pm, I was a bit squeezed for daylight hours. Yeah I agree, the shore route is lovely.

[@TonySMotorcyclePassion]

Hi. I am from New Zealand. Did a motorcycle trip through Scotland in 2019. Loved the countryside and would love to return in the next year or so. Enjoying watching a lot of tramping vids, enjoyed your work. Take care. Tony 🙂

[@georgerichardson964]

Looking at your videos you have covered some miles x

[@Geemac697]

Enjoyed your video Natalie,I last did the WHW 27 years ago. Now retired and too much time on my hands, my wee dog and I set off on Sunday , on our WHW adventure, 👍

[@Natalielaura]

I hope it went well!

[@fog360]

Have you got anymore trips planned? I’ve enjoyed your channel

[@Natalielaura]

Lots planned for 2024 🤗 waiting for it to get a tad warmer 🌞

[@fog360]

Awesome, looking forward to watching.

[@One_moor_for_luck]

This was such a relaxing watch, thank you. It looks a challenge but I enjoy your approach, just set out and let the path provide. I recently attempted The Cumbria Way and managed 45 miles before I hurt my knee. It was really difficult to recognise I needed to stop but I did. I'm intrigued on how much food you carry and do you stock up in each town or stop? I made the mistake of overpacking food and I think the weight was part of the knee injury on difficult terrain. Always lessons to learn though!

[@Natalielaura]

Happy to hear it was relaxing ☁️ ☁️ It was quite a challenge! but the silence and landscape was worth it. 45 miles on the cumbria way is amazing! well done. I have experienced a knee injury myself so I know the feeling and it is best to stop. I didn't carry too much food on me on the WHW as there are so many cafes and amenities multiple parts throughout each day. But I always had a day to 2 days worth of some food on me and if wild camping then at least a litre of water. But you are next to the Loch so you can filter the water and you're all set. Pack weight is definitely something I try to keep light and carry as little as possible! 🌱

[@whoflungdung1046]

Great stuff Mrs

[@Unused_Channel666]

A great watch, Really enjoyed it 😀 Any plans on the Cape Wrath Trail?

[@Natalielaura]

I've thought about it 😂

[@chrishiking8818]

Enjoyed your video, take care 👍

[@Natalielaura]

🥳🦎

[@knnthfrmn]

I also walked it solo in July. Very different seeing it through another person's camera. Great video nonetheless.

[@samjones6546]

Great video! We are planning to do a multi day hike later this year...feeling inspired !

[@Natalielaura]

Highly recommend it ✨especially whilst it’s still warm a bit 🌞

[@jeffprice2210]

Well done Brilliant achievement Great filming Regards Jeff

[@celticwanderer6407]

great video best one i seen for a while of the highland way , i thinking of doing it next month

[@Natalielaura]

Thank you, go for it!

[@greeno6064]

Hi Natalie, having done the West Highland Way five times over the last few years and watched dozens of videos on the subject I'm surprised I have not come across you before. Really enjoyed your video really informative and just what the average hiker needs. I wildcamped where you stopped for a pitstop at 27.30 it was a great spot. Was this your first time on the West Highland Way and if so do you have any plans to do it again

[@inky4763]

Nice video....I wish I slept as well as you seem to

[@shiftintolifea]

Loved you're adventure,followed you.we are doing the whw next month ,me and my son .

[@saintsaens21]

The first sceneries were reminiscent of the Shire, the last of a humid tropical highland.

[@markskielliott5962]

Well done 👍🏻 I’ve done the WHW twice now both north to south. Fort William to Loch Lomond is awesome but the stretch to milngavie I didn’t care for. You did great and the video was relaxing and a good watch ✌🏼

[@eetwtszdfsregreshteshu]

Well Done on completing the WHW! You have made me want to do it but in reverse and including Ben Nevis on the route! :)

[@DemiGod..]

When I did it, came back on the bus from Fort William with a girl that had broken her ankle up there. Be careful.

[@neilAneerGAmAI]

Such a nice video and soothing voice ☺️

[@marcushilgert9788]

I finished yesterday the West Highland way in 7 days..it was hard but it was an awesome hike with an amazing view and met some great people..next time i take the Shuttle for my bag, 45 pounds was to much😂

[@petergough1695]

Thanks for sharing, We do the same journey regularly but in a camper!! Now need to do the walk it looked amazing x

[@Natalielaura]

Funny you mention that as I was just looking up camper vans🤗 Thank you!

[@IjonasKisselbach]

Great video. Inspiring.

[@420somewhereG]

New sub 👍🏼👍🏼