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Gleann a Gealbhan


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About Gleann a Gealbhan

Cycling

This small car park gives access to Ardnoe cycle route . From the car park this trail follows forest roads into the forests of West Knapdale.

This cycle trail has outstanding views over Crinan harbour, Jura and many other islands to the west.

Details of the route are in the Mid-Argyll cycling leaflet (PDF 2.7Mb)

Walking

A short walk from here takes you to the ruins of Arichonan township.

Well worth a visit as it is still in remarkable condition. Fantastic views down Caol Scotnish.

Trail details are in the Mid-Argyll leaflet (PDF 4.9Mb)

How to get there:

Gleann a Gealbhan is in Knapdale Forest.
From Lochgilphead, follow the A816 north for two and a half miles then turn left onto B841 for Cairnbaan and Crinan.
At Bellanoch turn left onto the B8025 for Tayvallich. Druim an duin is just over two miles along this road.
From Oban, follow the A816 south to one mile beyond Kilmartin then turn right onto the B8025 taking you to Bellanoch.
Turn right at the Canal bridge at Bellanoch, then take the next left onto the road for Tayvallich for just over two miles.
Lochgilphead is the nearest town or village.
OS Grid Reference: NR777910
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com

What's on in Knapdale Forest

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  • Guided Beaver Walks
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    Tuesday 29 May 2012
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    Tuesday 19 June 2012
    Tuesday 26 June 2012
    Tuesday 3 July 2012
    Tuesday 10 July 2012
    Tuesday 17 July 2012
    Tuesday 24 July 2012
    Tuesday 31 July 2012
    Tuesday 7 August 2012
    Tuesday 14 August 2012
    Tuesday 21 August 2012
    Tuesday 28 August 2012

August

  • Guided Beaver Walks
    Tuesday 15 May 2012
    Tuesday 22 May 2012
    Tuesday 29 May 2012
    Tuesday 5 June 2012
    Tuesday 12 June 2012
    Tuesday 19 June 2012
    Tuesday 26 June 2012
    Tuesday 3 July 2012
    Tuesday 10 July 2012
    Tuesday 17 July 2012
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