5/5)About Deer Hill Walk
From Port-na storm or the Network Centre this route takes you to the summit of Cnoc- nan Ghabar, where a wonderful panorama of Kintyre and views of the Kilbrannan Sound and Arran await. On clear days you can see Ben Cruachan to the north.
Look out for moorland birds amongst the heather and for golden eagles and hen harriers in the skies above.
On the hill or in the forest you may see some of the four species of deer found around Carradale.
How to get there:
Deer Hill Walk can be started from Port na storm car park in Cnoc nan Ghabar which is part of Carradale. Carradale is the nearest town or village.
Travel along the B842 from Campbeltown or Kennacraig to Carradale. Then follow the B879 towards the harbour.
Port na storm is about one mile along this road on the left.
OS Grid Reference: NR810384
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com
Wildlife
Mammals: Get up early and you might catch a glimpse of a roe deer. We have information about Roe deer
Birds: Kintyre is an exceptional area for golden eagles and black grouse. It is possible that you may see both on the Deer Hill Walk. You may also be lucky enough to see hen harriers flying low over the open heathland searching for food. We have information about Golden eagle and Black grouse
Insects and reptiles: Adders may be seen basking on the hillside. We have information about Adder
| Port na storm car park Facilities. |
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Trail waymarking:
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| Length of trail: 3 miles |
| Approximate time of trail: 2 hours |
| Open or closed: open |
| 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 |
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