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Cow Hill Hike
Hiking Trail
Hard
6.28 mi
1,564 ft
This hike offers spectacular views of Ben Nevis and other neighbouring peaks.
Cow Hill blocks the view of Ben Nevis from Fort William village centre so it is an annoyance to most tourists, but a great viewpoint for those who make the effort to climb it! You can begin this hike from anywhere in Fort William but we've drawn it from the edge of town, where the path enters a forest. there are numerous paths around so just keep an eye on FATMAP to make sure you're on the correct one. The path climbs - steeply at times - and the views improve with every step. Eventually you'll emerge onto the blunt ridge which leads easily onto the summit. Soak in the massive panorama across Fort William and its surrounding scenery, as well as the mighty Ben Nevis itself. Descend by the same route. Written by FATMAP Official
Cow Hill blocks the view of Ben Nevis from Fort William village centre so it is an annoyance to most tourists, but a great viewpoint for those who make the effort to climb it! You can begin this hike from anywhere in Fort William but we've drawn it from the edge of town, where the path enters a forest. there are numerous paths around so just keep an eye on FATMAP to make sure you're on the correct one. The path climbs - steeply at times - and the views improve with every step. Eventually you'll emerge onto the blunt ridge which leads easily onto the summit. Soak in the massive panorama across Fort William and its surrounding scenery, as well as the mighty Ben Nevis itself. Descend by the same route. Written by FATMAP Official
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Strava Routes
Route and Elevation
Segments
| Name | Distance | Elev. Diff. | Avg. Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forestry Houses Climb | 0.55 mi | 561 ft | 19.3% |
| Belford Road Climb | 0.36 mi | 161 ft | 8.2% |