The Newtonmore Wildcat Trail
A waymarked loop round the village, by the Spey, the Calder and the mouth of Glen Banchor.
- Distance
- 6.7 km
- Ascent
- 120 m
- Time
- 1.5–2.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 302 m
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About this walk
The Newtonmore Wildcat Trail is an easy 6.7 km circular walk with 120 m of ascent, taking 1.5 to 2.5 hours. It starts at Newtonmore station (grid reference NN 715 984). The start can be reached by public transport.
The Wildcat Trail circles Newtonmore on riverside and moorland paths: along the Spey, up the River Calder to the foot of Glen Banchor, and back across the golf course. It's named for the Scottish wildcat, which still hangs on in the hills around here, and painted wildcats hide around the village for children to find.
Route
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The trail
Follow the Wildcat waymarks round the village by the rivers and the glen mouth.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does The Newtonmore Wildcat Trail take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–2.5 hours for the 6.7 km route, which has 120 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Newtonmore station (grid reference NN 715 984). Parking in the village.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Trains to Newtonmore from Inverness and Perth. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Riverside and moorland paths, boggy in places.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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Walks nearby
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A' Chailleach, Carn Sgulain and Carn Dearg
Glen Banchor, Newtonmore
24.7 km · 900 m · 7–9.5 h
