West Highland Way — Stages 5–6: Tyndrum to Kingshouse
~2 days · 18.6 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the West Highland Way — Stages 5–6: Tyndrum to Kingshouse is known for
Stages 5–6 of West Highland Way is an official 30.8 km point-to-point section from Tyndrum trail node (OSM node 312821799) to Kingshouse trail node (OSM node 253898260).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,713 ft to 4,682 ft over 18.6 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 8.5 mi · 46%
- Downhill 6.5 mi · 35%
- Flat 3.5 mi · 19%
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 5–6: Tyndrum to Kingshouse?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the West Highland Way — Stages 5–6: Tyndrum to Kingshouse scores 11/100, 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 5–6: Tyndrum to Kingshouse take?
Most backpackers hike the West Highland Way — Stages 5–6: Tyndrum to Kingshouse in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 18.6 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the West Highland Way — Stages 5–6: Tyndrum to Kingshouse?
The West Highland Way — Stages 5–6: Tyndrum to Kingshouse climbs roughly 1,883 ft total — about 101 ft per mile, topping out near 1,470 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.