John Muir Way

Scotland’s Coast to Coast Trail

The John Muir Way was launched in 2014 and is one of Scotland’s newest long-distance walks. The John Muir Way offers walkers and cyclists a unique journey through Scotland’s landscapes, history and heritage. 

Traversing central Scotland coast to coast in 134 miles, it links Helensburgh in the west with Dunbar in the east (birthplace of America's 'father of national parks' John Muir).

Whilst the John Muir Way does not pass through the centre of Drymen, the route from Balloch to Strathblane passes through Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park very close to Drymen and offers a chance to connect with nature, taking advantage of the green spaces that link our coasts, villages, towns and even the capital city.

This is a journey of contrasts, taking in woodlands, beaches, and canals, as well as rivers and parks through urban areas. You will also discover Scotland's ancient Roman history, engineering heritage and several UNESCO World Heritage sites on the way. Whether you are from Scotland or are visiting for the first time, this mixture of landscape, culture and history will give you a view of Scotland not seen from any other perspective.