Scotland
Ian and I spend 2 weeks hiking the West Highland Way, exploring the Isle of Skye and catching Rogers Waters in concert in Glasgow.
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West Highland Way Packing List
Aug 15, 2023
Clothing:
- Waterproof hiking boots/shoes (broken in, if they are new)
- 3 x Pairs (at least) of good quality hiking socks
- 3 x Base layer tops - ideally thermal, and Merino Wool is once again excellent.
- 1 or 2 x Mid-layer tops (eg. fleece)
- 2 x pants (or 1 x pants 1 x shorts, but ideally zip-off trousers/shorts for the best of all worlds)
- Hat for warmth, and a hat for shade
- Gloves
- Waterproof and breathable jacket
- Waterproof rain pants
- 1 x extra warm layer. A natural or synthetic down vest or mid-layer is a great extra - easy to pack away, light to carry during the day, and perfect for keeping the chill at bay when you stop to rest or in the evening.
- Casual and comfortable clothes & footwear for evenings. Remember you won't need much as you'll only be wearing it for a short time, perhaps for dinner. A couple of outfits and a comfortable lighter pair of shoes to give your feet a rest from the walking boots should suffice.
- Nightwear and underwear (a set of under-tights or "long johns" can be useful for under the rain pants on colder days)
- Backpack (25-40 litres capacity) + waterproof cover
- Overnight bag (max of 20 kg weight if it's being transferred by an outfitter)
- Water bottle
- Sunglasses & sun screen (yes, even in Scotland!)
- Toiletries
- Small first aid kit (including a blister kit)
- Insect repellent
- A little washing detergent for handwashing clothes
- Electrical socket adapter (Plug type is G)
- Phone and charger
- Trail map app
- Book to read or Kindle
- Notebook and pen
- Energy snacks
- Trekking poles are an excellent accessory for the West Highland Way
- Extra rechargeable battery pack for your phone
- Neckwear/headscarf, for example, a “Buff”
- Thermal or fleecy cold-weather trousers or tights
- Headlamp (I always bring one regardless of the destination)
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