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Otter Ferry Walk (closed)


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About Otter Ferry Walk

Please note that due to recent storm damage all trails are closed at Otter Ferry. We will notify you as soon as we can when they are to re-open. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Take this easy route to the ruined village and pier at West Otter Ferry.

Go off the main route for a worthwhile climb to the viewpoint for stunning views down Loch Fyne towards Tarbert and the hills of Arran.

The path can be a bit muddy and slippy so waterproof boots are advised.

How to get there:

Otter Ferry Walk can be started from Port Ann in Port Ann which is part of Kilmichael Forest. Port Ann by Lochgiphead is the nearest town or village.

Port Ann is five miles west along the A83 from Lochgilphead. The car park is on the south side of the road just opposite the entrance to Port Ann village.

OS Grid Reference: NR924924
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com

View of Loch Awe from the picnic site on the Otter Ferry Walk

Port Ann Facilities.
Parking
Grade of trail:
Stout waterproof footwearModerate
Trail waymarking:
blue
Length of trail:
3 miles
Approximate time of trail:
1 hour 30 minutes
Open or closed:
closed
Click here to find out what else you can do in this forest.

Contact:
Joanne Maclean

01546 602518
e-mail: joanne.maclean@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

User Comments

5 Stars 5 Stars

What is your position on removing the fallen trees? Can I do it???

Anonymous, 25/Jan/2012

To gather firewood you will need to obtain the correct licence from the local district office for gathering wood - and even this will only allow you to gather what you can carry. For anything else, you will probably need a commercial licence or contract. Call our local District Office to discuss (01546 602518)

Forestry Commission Response
4 Stars 4 Stars

Great walk but sadly some of the tremendous views will soon be lost due to the height of the trees.

Anonymous, 5/Oct/2009
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Anonymous, 24/Jul/2009

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