About Barnluasgan Information Centre
Barnluasgan Information Centre provides the ideal starting point for walks and cycling in the famous knap and dale landscape of this National Scenic Area.
Find out how the Scottish Beavers are settling in this winter
Barnluasgan Information Centre provides the ideal starting point to find out more about the Scottish Beaver Trial and access great walking trails.
Where are the Beavers to be seen?
The visitor book is full of wildlife sightings by members of the public. The Scottish Beaver Trial team regularly update the board inside the centre on what our beavers have been doing.
Come along for the adventure - will you spot a beaver? look for signs of nibbled trees by the lochside.
All Ability Wildlife Trail
An easy trail round the Loch at Barnluasgan and is ideal for the less able and those with young families.
Stop halfway round the Loch at our hide and see if you can find any winter visitors to the Loch.
Test your wildlife knowledge with our fun pull out trail interpretation panels.
How to get there:
Barnluasgan Information Centre is in Knapdale Forest. Lochgilphead is the nearest town or village.
From A816 one mile north of Loghgilphead. Follow B841 towards Crinan then B8025 from Bellanoch towards Tayvallich. Barnluasgan Visitor Centre is at the junction of the road to Achnamara village.
OS Grid Reference: NR 790910
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com
Other places to go in Knapdale Forest
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Barnluasgan Trail Loch Coille-Bharr All Ability Wildlife Trail |
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Permits for the lochs around Knapdale are available from local hotels and tackle shops. |
Contact:
Joanne Thomson01631 566155
e-mail: joanne.thomson@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
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