Glenbranter Forest

Following recent weather conditions, we would advise anyone visiting the forest to exercise extra caution as there are likely to be blown trees and storm damage which we have not had the opportunity to make safe.  We are currently working to inspect all our facilities and forest blocks, if you do come across anything of concern please do report it to us on 01369 860 703.

Glenbranter Forest was the origin of the Forestry Commission's enterprise in Cowal. In 1921, land was leased from musician and farmer, Sir Harry Lauder. The village was built for forest workers in the 1950s and behind the houses, on the site of the original estate house is the car park marking the start of three circular walks.

There are a variety of other walks and cycle paths throughout the Glenbranter Forest.

The  Information Room at Glenbranter is usually open to the public when there are recreation staff in the adjacent Forest Office (normally working hours 1000-1700 Monday to Friday). Should the information room be closed for any reason, please do knock on the door of the office next door and any staff in there will be happy to help as best they can.

 See also our pages on forests around Dunoon.