Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
Join me, Paul Messner, and Woody on day two of our hiking adventure as we tackle nearly 20 miles along the Great Glen Way, taking in the sights of Loch Lochy and historical World War II training grounds. After navigating a few trail diversions and enjoying a well-deserved bloomer sandwich aboard the Eagle Barge, we finally set up camp to rest our weary feet and do a bit of wilderness laundry. Watch as we explore the trail's hidden gems, share wild camping tips, and soak in an incredible Highland sunset before preparing for tomorrow's trek to Invermoriston.
I've started sharing my routes over on Hiiker. They've kindly given me a discount via my affiliate link
https://hiiker.app/paulmessner?via=paul and then you can download to my routes here https://hiiker.app/users/6h3F8tE4psSp4WtyBUP5MUy8Bo22/hikes and use the app to navigate you. I'll be uploading all my future hikes here.
Big thank you to Ultralight Outdoor Gear for supporting us in 2026 geni.us/UltralightOutdoorGear
My current backpacking setup for The Great Glen Way:
Trail Running Shoes Topos geni.us/UOGtopovista
and Altras geni.us/UOGLonePeak
Backpack geni.us/UOGHyperliteUnbound55
Stove geni.us/UOGJetboilTrailcook
Quilt geni.us/UOGVesperQuilt
Sleeping Pad geni.us/UOGNemoEclipse
Mini Inflator Pump geni.us/UOGgigapump
Sambob Hoodie geni.us/UOGSamboAlpha90
Outdoor Research Helium Waterproof Jacket geni.us/UOGORHeliumUL
Tent durstongear.com/products/x-dome-1-plus-ultralight-backpacking-tent
Zinc Oxide Tape amzn.to/4dIK2X6
Quick Charge Powerbank amzn.to/3Ro4cgi
Quick Charge Plug amzn.to/3RqhLvL
Pillows geni.us/UOGNemoFillo & geni.us/UOGNemoFilloElite
Little sit pad geni.us/UOGLittleSitPad
Mug geni.us/UOGS2Smug
Water bottle geni.us/UOGThrubottle
Rab Down Jacket geni.us/UOGRabmythicjacket
Darn Tough socksgeni.us/UOGDarntoughsocks
First aid kit geni.us/UOGLifesystemsfirstaid
Little towel geni.us/UOGTowel
Wilderness Wash geni.us/UOGWildernesswash
Ikea storage bags ikea.com/gb/en/p/rensare-clothes-bag-set-of-3-check-pattern-grey-black-30432502
All my other gear messner.co.uk/gearlist
Multi-day Hikes Playlists
Cumbria Way youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbU28ZzUOa49lK5YCmgcZRT1Q3_cIjR4o
West Highland Way youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbU28ZzUOa49qFqV3d99ATSR6T6bAL92U
Peak District Multi Day Hikes youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbU28ZzUOa49WHWTNtRYD5r2nkiwdNUch
Cairngorms youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbU28ZzUOa48Wxn3MGLWl3PJyEyV89Q5_
Timestamps
0:00 Waking up and breaking down camp
2:23 Hitting the trail and tackling the elevation
3:33 First sightings of Loch Lochy and wild camping spots
5:54 Exploring a WWII landing craft and commando training area
8:49 Stopping at the Trailblazer campsite for breakfast
13:06 Taking the Invergarry Link diversion path
16:10 Arriving at Laggan and grabbing lunch at the Eagle Barge
20:21 The final stretch towards the campsite
22:36 Setting up camp, exploring the facilities, and doing laundry
28:36 Day two recap and plans for Invermoriston
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Join me, Paul Messner, and Woody on day two of our hiking adventure as we tackle nearly 20 miles along the Great Glen Way, taking in the sights of Loch Lochy and historical World War II training grounds. After navigating a few trail diversions and enjoying a well-deserved bloomer sandwich aboard the Eagle Barge, we finally set up camp to rest our weary feet and do a bit of wilderness laundry. Watch as we explore the trail's hidden gems, share wild camping tips, and soak in an incredible Highland sunset before preparing for tomorrow's trek to Invermoriston.
I've started sharing my routes over on Hiiker. They've kindly given me a discount via my affiliate link
https://hiiker.app/paulmessner?via=paul and then you can download to my routes here https://hiiker.app/users/6h3F8tE4psSp4WtyBUP5MUy8Bo22/hikes and use the app to navigate you. I'll be uploading all my future hikes here.
Big thank you to Ultralight Outdoor Gear for supporting us in 2026 geni.us/UltralightOutdoorGear
My current backpacking setup for The Great Glen Way:
Trail Running Shoes Topos geni.us/UOGtopovista
and Altras geni.us/UOGLonePeak
Backpack geni.us/UOGHyperliteUnbound55
Stove geni.us/UOGJetboilTrailcook
Quilt geni.us/UOGVesperQuilt
Sleeping Pad geni.us/UOGNemoEclipse
Mini Inflator Pump geni.us/UOGgigapump
Sambob Hoodie geni.us/UOGSamboAlpha90
Outdoor Research Helium Waterproof Jacket geni.us/UOGORHeliumUL
Tent durstongear.com/products/x-dome-1-plus-ultralight-backpacking-tent
Zinc Oxide Tape amzn.to/4dIK2X6
Quick Charge Powerbank amzn.to/3Ro4cgi
Quick Charge Plug amzn.to/3RqhLvL
Pillows geni.us/UOGNemoFillo & geni.us/UOGNemoFilloElite
Little sit pad geni.us/UOGLittleSitPad
Mug geni.us/UOGS2Smug
Water bottle geni.us/UOGThrubottle
Rab Down Jacket geni.us/UOGRabmythicjacket
Darn Tough socksgeni.us/UOGDarntoughsocks
First aid kit geni.us/UOGLifesystemsfirstaid
Little towel geni.us/UOGTowel
Wilderness Wash geni.us/UOGWildernesswash
Ikea storage bags ikea.com/gb/en/p/rensare-clothes-bag-set-of-3-check-pattern-grey-black-30432502
All my other gear messner.co.uk/gearlist
Multi-day Hikes Playlists
Cumbria Way youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbU28ZzUOa49lK5YCmgcZRT1Q3_cIjR4o
West Highland Way youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbU28ZzUOa49qFqV3d99ATSR6T6bAL92U
Peak District Multi Day Hikes youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbU28ZzUOa49WHWTNtRYD5r2nkiwdNUch
Cairngorms youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbU28ZzUOa48Wxn3MGLWl3PJyEyV89Q5_
Timestamps
0:00 Waking up and breaking down camp
2:23 Hitting the trail and tackling the elevation
3:33 First sightings of Loch Lochy and wild camping spots
5:54 Exploring a WWII landing craft and commando training area
8:49 Stopping at the Trailblazer campsite for breakfast
13:06 Taking the Invergarry Link diversion path
16:10 Arriving at Laggan and grabbing lunch at the Eagle Barge
20:21 The final stretch towards the campsite
22:36 Setting up camp, exploring the facilities, and doing laundry
28:36 Day two recap and plans for Invermoriston
patreon.com/paulmessner
Join our Patreon community for additional videos, community WhatsApp style chats and more. MASSIVE thanks to YOU. I couldn’t do this without your support.
messner.co.uk
WIN a FULL WILD CAMPING SETUP
DISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission.
