Eucalyptus Walk

 

The Kilmun research plots were established in the 1930's. Kilmun Aboretum overlooks the Holy Loch extending some 180 acres with a wide range of forest & ornamental tree species. Among the exotic species in the Aboretum are Australian Eucalypts, with distinctive leathery leaves that shimmer in the sun and exude their characteristic gum scent on a hot day. There are three well marked trails lasting half hour to one and a half hours.

How to get there:

Eucalyptus Walk can be started from KILMUN CARPARK in Kilmun Aboretum which is part of Argyll Forest Park. DUNOON is the nearest town or village.

There are two equally appealling approaches to the Forest Park from Glasgow. By car ferry from Gourock to Dunoon, or by the A82 along Loch Lomond through Tarbet, entering the Park at Arrochar. You then follow signs for Kilmun.

For public transport information follow the Traveline Scotland link under the Useful sites section opposite.

OS Grid Reference: NS164823