Glas Maol 4-Munro circuit guide: Càrn an Tuirc, Cairn of Claise, Glas Maol and Creag Leacach from a layby on the A93 north of Glenshee. ~21km with ~1,100m ascent across high Cairngorm plateau terrain.
Read the report →My name is Elliot Forbes — adventure photographer and Munro bagger, slowly working my way through the Scottish Highlands. This is my journal of hikes, road trips, and everything in between.
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A peaceful woodland and riverside walk through Glasgow's largest park, home to the Burrell Collection and Highland cattle.
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A guide to the Gaelic language roots behind Scotland's mountain names — from Beinn and Stob to Sgùrr and Càrn — and what they reveal about the landscape.
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Stuchd an Lochain route guide: 10.5km out-and-back Munro from Giorra Dam in Glen Lyon. 760m ascent, ridge traverse above Lochan nan Cat, and panoramic Highland views. Includes parking info, interactive map, GPX download, and conditions advice.
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A practical winter campervan gear checklist: merino base layers, insulated socks, down jackets, gloves and van insulation tips for camping in -20°C conditions.
Read more → Complete guide to winterizing our VW California CV40 campervan for extreme cold weather camping in the Alps at -20°C
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Meall Corranaich and Meall a'Choire Leith hiking guide: Quiet 2-Munro route in the Ben Lawers range with 795m ascent and 11.25km distance. Scenic Breadalbane peaks with Glen Lyon and Loch Tay views.
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A scenic and easy hike up Dumyat Hill, offering excellent views over Stirling and the surrounding countryside. Perfect for a birthday celebration or a leisurely afternoon outing.
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Ben Challum hiking guide: Challenging Munro near Tyndrum with 987m ascent and 12.79km distance. Relentless south ridge climb to 1,025m summit with panoramic Highland views. For experienced hikers.
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Stob Dubh hike report: A successful summit of this 958m Munro after an unplanned detour due to Ben Challum carpark closure. Windy ridge traverse, well-marked paths, and the story of finally bagging a peak that caught us off-guard a few years ago.
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