{"product_id":"loch-lomond-cowal-way-2-ed-with-isle-of-bute-9781913817176","title":"Loch Lomond \u0026 Cowal Way (2 ed): with Isle of Bute","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Loch Lomond \u0026amp; Cowal Way is a 57-mile (91 km) long trail across the Cowal peninsula in Scotland, easily accessible by public transport, road, and ferry. It starts at Portavadie on Loch Fyne and ends at Inveruglas on Loch Lomond, with waymarked and undulating terrain and rugged views over the Isle of Bute and the Firth of Clyde. The area is rich in history and heritage, with wildlife sightings including red squirrel, red deer, and golden eagle. In 2018, the route's name was extended to Loch Lomond \u0026amp; Cowal Way to reflect that over 50% of it runs within the Loch Lomond \u0026amp; Trossachs National Park. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 72 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01 March 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rucksack Readers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Loch Lomond \u0026amp; Cowal Way is a remarkable hiking trail in Scotland, spanning a distance of 57 miles (91 km) across the picturesque Cowal peninsula, located west of Glasgow. This trail is easily accessible by public transport, road, and ferry, making it a popular destination for adventurers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe route begins at Portavadie on Loch Fyne and concludes at Inveruglas on Loch Lomond, offering breathtaking views along the way. The trail is well-marked and undulating, with rugged terrain and stunning vistas overlooking the Isle of Bute and the Firth of Clyde. The area is rich in history and heritage, with a plethora of wildlife sightings, including red squirrels, red deer, and even golden eagles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCowal also boasts a network of ferries that connect it to various destinations, including Bute, Kintyre, and (during the season) across Loch Lomond to join the West Highland Way. This connection makes the Loch Lomond \u0026amp; Cowal Way an essential part of Scotland's ultimate long-distance walk, allowing hikers to explore the breathtaking landscapes from Kintyre to Inverness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 2018, the trail's name was officially extended to Loch Lomond \u0026amp; Cowal Way to recognize its significant portion within the Loch Lomond \u0026amp; Trossachs National Park. This new edition of the guidebook, updated with numerous new photographs, provides valuable insights and information for hikers embarking on this incredible journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 180g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 220 x 130 x 7 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781913817176\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: Revised in 2024\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"James McLuckie","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":45361085448442,"sku":"9781913817176","price":12.36,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1710527190249_book.jpg?v=1710680112","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/loch-lomond-cowal-way-2-ed-with-isle-of-bute-9781913817176","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}