The August weather was kind to me, offering one of those perfect Scottish summer days where the clouds break just enough to reveal the mountains in all their glory. The path along the valley floor is well-maintained and relatively flat, following the beautiful River Coupall as it tumbles over rocks and pools.

Starting from the layby near Altnafeadh, I walked into a landscape that feels ancient and powerful. The path is paved in places, worn smooth by countless walkers, and offers breathtaking views with every step. To my left rose the dramatic cliffs of Buachaille Etive Mòr, its volcanic rock faces telling stories from millions of years ago. To my right, Buachaille Etive Beag presented a gentler but equally beautiful profile.

I took my time, stopping frequently to absorb the magnificence of Glen Coe. The heath was alive with purple heather in full bloom, and the distinctive shape of the Buachaille dominated the skyline like a sentinel standing guard over the Highlands. This is the Scotland of postcards and dreams, yet here I was, experiencing it with my own feet on the ground.

The path allowed easy walking while offering views of some of Scotland's most dramatic scenery. I could see Rannoch Moor stretching into the distance – that vast, boggy wilderness that represents one of Europe's last fantastic, untouched landscapes. The contrast between the gentle path beneath my feet and the mighty mountains towering above created a sense of perspective that's hard to find elsewhere. What made this walk special wasn't conquering peaks but walking respectfully through this powerful landscape. I paused by the crystal-clear pools of the River Coupall, watched a herd of red deer grazing on the opposite slope, and marvelled at how the light played across the mountain faces as clouds drifted by.