Ben Nevis
Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in the British Isles. It is located at the western end of the Grampian Mountains in the Lochaber area of Scotland, close to the coastal town of Fort William.
Statistics
| Statistic | Information |
|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) |
| Location | Lochaber, Scotland |
| Coordinates | 56°47'49.150"N 5°0'17.222"W |
| OS Grid Reference | NN166713 |
Campsite
The climb to the top of Ben Nevis begins in Glen Nevis, not far from Fort William. There's a campsite here called Glen Nevis Caravan and Camping Park which is at the foot of Ben Nevis and looks to be the best option for us. There's also a youth hostel there so we could always book a couple of dorm rooms for those that fancy a bit more luxury!
The Walk
Unlike the other 2 montains, the walk up Ben Nevis begins around sea level which means a longer walking time. The walk to the peak should take around 2 hours and 45 minutes with the descent clocking in around 2 hours 15 minutes.
The map that you can view here begins at the camp site (the youth hostel is in the same location). Further north is the visitor centre, just south of Fort William itself.
Directions
From the South
- Travel North up the M6, continuing onto the A74 at junction 44 (signposted Edinburgh, Glasgow).
- Continue forward onto the M74 (signposted Glasgow).
- Leave the M74 at junction 4, then join the M73 motorway (signposted Stirling, Kincardine Bridge, Glasgow).
- Branch left, then join the M8 motorway (signposted Glasgow, City Centre).
- Leave the M8 at junction 30, then join the M898 motorway (signposted Erskine Bridge) .
- Continue forward onto the A898 (signposted Erskine Bridge, Glasgow, Crianlarich).
- Branch left, then merge onto the A82 (signposted Crainlarich).
- Stay on the A82m, following signs to Fort William.
- To reach the campsite turn right at Nevis Bridge in Fort William and follow the signs to the site.
Estimated journey time from Solihull is approximately 7 hours and 15 minutes.