Stage 5 of the West Highland Way covers 19.4 km from Inverarnan to Tyndrum, with 456 m of ascent and 243 m of descent. The highest point is 335 m. Allow about 6 hours of walking, plus breaks.
Distance, climb and elevation come from the Outest route data. Difficulty and time are estimates from distance and climb; your pace will vary with heat, pack weight and photo stops.
Hostelling Scotland hostel in Crianlarich village, about 1 km down a signed side path from the trail, with dorms, private rooms and a self-catering kitchen. Open April to October; Thursday to Saturday only from November to March.
Hostel, huts, cabins and camping right on the trail in Tyndrum. The 2026 season ends on 15 October and the 2027 season starts on 1 April.
Well-known café on the A82 in Tyndrum, a short walk from the trail, serving fish and chips, breakfasts and a gluten-free menu. Open every day from 8am to 8pm.
Checked online in October 2026. Places marked "listed by a tourism directory" are on OpenStreetMap or a local tourism listing but could not be fully confirmed on their own website. Many hostels and campsites open only from about April to October, and small villages have few beds: book ahead for May to September.
Emergency: call 999 or 112 (ask for Police, then Mountain Rescue). Non-urgent medical help: NHS 24 on 111. Emergency & health guide
Pharmacies, ATMs, shops and stops: © OpenStreetMap contributors. Hospitals and health centres checked online.
The full stage works offline in Outest, with the route, elevation, water and village points, and a trail guide you can ask about conditions and the next place to sleep.