West Highland Way — Stages 7–8: Kingshouse to Fort William
~2 days · 24.2 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the West Highland Way — Stages 7–8: Kingshouse to Fort William is known for
Stages 7–8 of West Highland Way is an official 39.1 km point-to-point section from Kingshouse trail node (OSM node 253898260) to Fort William trail terminus (OSM node 2123033215).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 75 ft to 5,771 ft over 24.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 8.3 mi · 35%
- Downhill 12.4 mi · 52%
- Flat 3.2 mi · 13%
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 7–8: Kingshouse to Fort William?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the West Highland Way — Stages 7–8: Kingshouse to Fort William scores 15/100, 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 7–8: Kingshouse to Fort William take?
Most backpackers hike the West Highland Way — Stages 7–8: Kingshouse to Fort William in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 24.2 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the West Highland Way — Stages 7–8: Kingshouse to Fort William?
The West Highland Way — Stages 7–8: Kingshouse to Fort William climbs roughly 3,392 ft total — about 140 ft per mile, topping out near 1,804 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.