Mountain Trail, Beinn Eighe NNR

Billed as Britains only waymarked mountain walk, this route passes through a wide range of habitats from magnificent ancient pinewoods up onto a bare, ice-scraped plateau of quartzite rocks. The views are fantastic.Terrain - Although the route is waymarked with special cairns, it is very steep and rocky, and exposed to the elements in its upper sections. Hillwalking boots, wind- and waterproof clothing are essential.Grade 3Distance 6.5km (4 miles)Ascent 586m (1923ft)