Sunart Oakwood
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About Sunart Oakwood
Sunart oakwoods are a nationally important area of native woods. There are several beautiful waymarked walks and cycling trails for you to enjoy, along with a wealth of wildlife.
Visit us in the autumn and enjoy the gorgeous display of colours as the leaves turn.
The aim of the initiative is to conserve and restore the endangered habitat.
The woods were once home to a thriving community producing charcoal, bark tan and timber for building. Under previous policies the woods were planted with non-native coniferous species which halted the expansion of the oak wood species. Now, with community support, the conifers are gradually being removed and the oakwood habitat restored.
Visit us in the autumn and enjoy the gorgeous display of colours as the leaves turn.
The Sunart Oakwoods Initiative
The Sunart Oakwoods are made up of areas of oakwood and mixed woodland managed by Forestry Commission Scotland and private owners.The aim of the initiative is to conserve and restore the endangered habitat.
The woods were once home to a thriving community producing charcoal, bark tan and timber for building. Under previous policies the woods were planted with non-native coniferous species which halted the expansion of the oak wood species. Now, with community support, the conifers are gradually being removed and the oakwood habitat restored.
How to get there:
Strontian is the nearest town or village.
From the A82 use the Corran Ferry to cross to Ardgour. Follow the signs to Strontian on the A861. Strontian is the first village in the oakwood area from the east. Acharacle is the first village from the north.
OS Grid Reference: NM748618
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com
Places to go in Sunart Oakwood
Dun GhallainKilcamb
Camustorsa
Ariundle
Glen Hurich
Ardery Ard Airigh
Other places to go in this area
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Contact
Kirsty Mann
Recreation Ranger
01397 702184
e-mail: kirsty.mann@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
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