West Highland Way — Stages 3–4: Rowardennan to Tyndrum
~2 days · 25.8 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the West Highland Way — Stages 3–4: Rowardennan to Tyndrum is known for
Stages 3–4 of West Highland Way is an official 42.2 km point-to-point section from Rowardennan trail node (OSM node 2828697865) to Tyndrum trail node (OSM node 312821799).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 118 ft to 3,520 ft over 25.8 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 12.6 mi · 49%
- Downhill 8.7 mi · 34%
- Flat 4.5 mi · 17%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the West Highland Way — Stages 3–4: Rowardennan to Tyndrum?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the West Highland Way — Stages 3–4: Rowardennan to Tyndrum scores 18/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the West Highland Way — Stages 3–4: Rowardennan to Tyndrum take?
Most backpackers hike the West Highland Way — Stages 3–4: Rowardennan to Tyndrum in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 25.8 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the West Highland Way — Stages 3–4: Rowardennan to Tyndrum?
The West Highland Way — Stages 3–4: Rowardennan to Tyndrum climbs roughly 4,259 ft total — about 165 ft per mile, topping out near 1,106 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.