Overnight on the Way
Balmaha on the West Highland Way
Lochside village at the foot of Conic Hill.
32 km from Milngavie
About Balmaha
Lochside village at the foot of Conic Hill.
Strong walker infrastructure but accommodation fills quickly in peak season.
This stop sits around 32 km from the official start at Milngavie.
It is a commonly used overnight stop on West Highland Way itineraries.
Where this stop sits
Balmaha is 32 km from the official start in Milngavie, along the West Highland Way.
The previous chapter is Drymen (13.0 km behind).
The next chapter is Rowardennan (11.0 km ahead).
Itineraries that sleep here
These public templates include a night in Balmaha.
- 6-day West Highland Way itinerary
6-Day Classic
- 7-day West Highland Way itinerary
7-Day Classic
- 8-day West Highland Way itinerary
8-Day Classic
- 9-day West Highland Way itinerary
9-Day Classic
- 10-day West Highland Way itinerary
10-Day Extended Classic
- relaxed West Highland Way itinerary
8-Day Leisurely
Where to stay
10 listed stays for this overnight stop.
The walk in and out
- Balmaha to Rowardennan
Lochside walking on the eastern shore of Loch Lomond.
- Drymen to Balmaha
Includes the Conic Hill climb with rewarding Loch Lomond views.