And to be honest, below 0 is fairly uncommon - it might last for a few days, but hardly ever for longer than that. Again, usually that doesn’t really last longer than a few days, so it’s all about being flexible with your route or sitting out the storm until it’s over. I wear a different rain coat in the hills, than in the city (it’s longer and bright yellow); I still recommend water-resistant shoes, but maybe Chelsea boots are more suitable than outdoorsy trekking shoes. The best rain jacket for travel is not only waterproof, but it’s also breathable and lightweight, has practical pockets, looks good in photos and folds up small enough to fit in the bottom of your day bag. Travelling to Scotland without a good rain jacket would be like leaving your passport at home. One other possible scenario might be trip interruption because a traveler must cut short a trip to go home. There are very few hiking trails in Scotland that I would hike without a map and compass (the Grey Mare’s Tail during summer is one of them). During the summer you might get away with low top trekking shoes, but for ultimate protection and grip, I recommend always to hike with boots that support your ankles.
This includes shoes, clothes and items like maps or compass. All that chat about functional and quick dry clothing - forget about it, or you will look like the over-prepared tourist you are. As long as you keep the rough temperature guide from above in mind, you will most likely be advantageous wearing a pair of jeans, a t-shirt, a jumper and a jacket. It is The only JACKET you need in Scotland ALL Year-Round, as you can wear the two parts separately or combined to keep your warm, dry or sheltered from the wind. On day tours, I prefer to hike in leggings over trekking trousers, but one thing I definitely won’t wear on the trail is jeans - once they’re wet, they add unnecessary weight to your load and take forever to dry. Finally, wearing breathable and quick dry clothes is the key to feeling comfortable on the trail.
To blend in with the locals, bring the kind of “normal” clothes you would wear at home. So, set an early alarm and stay out late to boost your chances of coming home with some exceptional images! Snow is most likely to fall and stay in the Highlands and sometimes roads can be closed and trains cancelled due to heavy snowfall. As soon as you plan to leave the pave roads behind though, bring hiking boots or at least low-top trekking shoes. The latter is particularly helpful if you’re flying to or through the US as you’ll have to remove your shoes at security. If you plan to do some hiking while you’re in Scotland, please prepare accordingly by bringing the right equipment with you. When you get the app and subscribe to their site you will not only see officially posted wait times, but also actual wait times as reported by other users in the park right now.
Packing light isn't always easy, but with a few simple travel tips, you're sure to pack the right stuff for your vacation. Also, pack maps or download them to your phone in advance, as Google Maps will give up on you when you need it most! That means, not only will your phone fail on you, but also your car’s radio. Bring music and check whether your rental car will have a CD deck or an AUX-in to connect your phone. Stay organized and have safe travels! Unless you plan to go skiing, you won’t need padded ski trousers, but I suggest packing a warm padded jacket and either fleece-lined winter trousers or a warm base layer to wear underneath your normal trousers to stay warm. Your number one priority is to keep your feet warm, so bring shoes that are waterproof and lined to ensure your toes stay nice and toasty.
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