United Kingdom, Applecross, Scottish Highlands
Britain's highest road climbs via hairpins to a wild moonscape pass above Applecross.
Length
18.5 km
In miles
11.5 mi
Driving time
35 min
Atlas rating
9.9 / 10
The run
Tornapress to Applecross. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Frequently closed by snow and ice from November to March
Nearby
10 km away
Applecross Coast Road
A lochside single track with views straight across to Skye and the Cuillins.
12 km away
Lochcarron Coastal Road
A narrow, twisting sea loch road with constant views over to the Applecross hills.
40 km away
Quiraing Road
A high single track skirting the surreal landslipped pinnacles of the Trotternish ridge.
42 km away
Glen Shiel Road
A fast sweeping glen road beneath the jagged Five Sisters of Kintail ridge.
59 km away
Corrieshalloch Road
A flowing highland road that skirts a spectacular hidden gorge and waterfall.
102 km away
Glencoe Road
A sweeping run through Rannoch Moor beneath the brooding Buachaille Etive Mor.
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