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Tyndrum to Bridge of Orchy Walk

6.7 miles (10.8 km)

Ordnance Survey Map Open Streetmap This route follows a section of the West Highland Way from Tyndrum to Bridge of Orchy in the Scottish Highlands.
The walk runs for just under 7 miles and includes some moderate climbs.
You start in the village of Tyndrum where there are two train stations on The West Highland Line railway.
Follow the waymarked trail north along the Old Military Road and it will take you past Beinn Odhar and Beinn Dorain in the Grampian Mountains.
The route finishes with lovely views of the River Orchy at Bridge of Orchy. To extend the walk continue north to visit the glorious viewpoint at Loch Tulla which lies just a couple of miles from Bridge of Orchy. See the Bridge of Orchy to Kingshouse Walk for more details of the next leg of the journey.

Tyndrum to Bridge of Orchy OS Map Ordnance survey map - Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking

Tyndrum to Bridge of Orchy Open Street Map Open Streetmap - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking

Pubs/Cafes

The 4* Bridge of Orchy Hotel is a fine place to rest and relax at the end of the walk. They have a friendly bar and a fine dining room inside with a an outdoor seating area for warmer weather. You can find them at postcode PA36 4AD for your sat navs. The hotel is also dog friendly.

Further Information and Other Local Ideas

At the end of the walk you can pick up the Glen Orchy Walk and explore the beautiful Glen with its waterfalls, streams and woodland. There's also fine views of the photogenic River Orchy, one of the finest white-water rivers in the UK.

Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby

Photos

Cottages of 'Clifton', Tyndrum - geograph.org.uk - 2031263

Cottages of 'Clifton', Tyndrum. The village has a campsite, hotel, bunkhouse and bed and breakfasts to accommodate walkers.

West Highland Way, approaching the railway bridge - geograph.org.uk - 4074394

West Highland Way, approaching the railway bridge

The Royal Scotsman at County March Summit - geograph.org.uk - 772782

The Royal Scotsman at County March Summit

Ben Dorain - geograph.org.uk - 822230

Ben Dorain

Bridge of Auch - geograph.org.uk - 122709

Bridge of Auch

The Military Road - geograph.org.uk - 775877

The Military Road. West Highland Way walkers, bound for Bridge of Orchy on the long section of old road that forms the bulk of the long distance path. Stob Gabhar in the distance.

Military Road - geograph.org.uk - 775196

Military Road

Bridge of Orchy Hotel - geograph.org.uk - 4074422

Bridge of Orchy Hotel, Glen Orchy, Argyll and Bute. The village is named after the old bridge crossing over the River Orchy at this point. It was constructed by the British Army during the pacification of the Highland Clans following the Battle of Culloden in 1746.

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