The Great North Trail (Northern Highlands) covers 157 km in 2 stages in Great Britain, starting at Fort Augustus and finishing at Rosehall. It has a total climb of 1916 m, passing through towns including Contin and Garve.
The first stage from Fort Augustus to Contin is 84.7 km and gains 1252 m of elevation. It includes four climbs, the longest starting right at the beginning with a 4.9 km climb averaging 7.2%, the highest point on this stage reaching 549 m. Other notable climbs occur around km 12 and between km 47 and 56. Water or food stops are frequent with 16 available along this stage.
Stage two from Contin to Rosehall is 72.2 km with 664 m of climbing. This stage features several smaller climbs, mostly under 4 km and averaging between 2.5% and 3.9% gradients, with the highest point at 363 m. Only one water or food stop is recorded for this stage.
Both stages lie entirely within Great Britain, with no international border crossings. Temperature and seasonal data are not recorded for either stage. The terrain complements the climbing totals, starting with demanding climbs early on and easing into shorter gradients on the second day.
