Ramblers at loggerheads with conservation charity over trail route

The Ramblers have criticised the proposed route of a heritage trail around a nature reserve. Ramblers Scotland welcomed the decision to go ahead wi...

Locals press for new long-distance trail in western Highlands

Local residents are backing plans for a new long-distance trail linked to the West Highland Way. The route, tentatively dubbed the Way to the Isles...

Colin completes 600-mile watershed route in 30 days

An ultrarunner has completed a remarkable 30-day run along Scotland’s watershed. Colin Meek completed the 600-mile (966km) route, which began on ...

Colin passes half-way mark on 700-mile Scots watershed run

An ultrarunner aiming to complete a 700-mile route along Scotland’s watershed has passed the half-way point.

Plenty of space for camping as tent team sets altitude record

Perhaps it’s something in the air, but the team at Scottish outdoor brand Vango went stratospheric with their latest jaunt: space camping.

Walker airlifted after fall from remote Highland peak

A man was airlifted from a remote Highland peak after falling and injuring himself. The walker fell about 2½m (8ft) near the summit of Stac Pollai...

Nevis walkers rescued as weather warnings issued

Two walkers reported missing on Britain’s highest mountain were found safe and well. The men, who were tackling the Three Peaks challenge, had la...

Three new long-distance routes boost Scotland's trail tally

Scotland has three new long-distance leisure routes, bringing its tally of trails to 23. The Great Glen Canoe Trail will allow paddlers to travel b...

Search for missing Highlands walker will resume this morning

Police in the Highlands are appealing for sightings of a missing walker after a major search failed to find the man.