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Kilmun Aboretum


(Average user rating5 unrated 4.3/5)

About Kilmun Aboretum

The Kilmun Forest research plots were established in the 1930s to monitor the success of a variety of exotic tree species in the humid west coast environment.

Kilmun is laced with paths - see the Eucalyptus ,Hemlock, Conifer and John Jackson Walks.

PLEASE NOTE:

Until further notice Kilmun Arboretum is closed due to storm damage.

Following recent weather conditions, we would advise anyone visiting the forest to exercise extra caution as there are likely to be blown trees and storm damage which we have not had the opportunity to make safe.  We are currently working to inspect all our facilities and forest blocks, if you do come across anything of concern please do report it to us on 01369 860 703.

 

This area is beautiful and unique in Scotland because there are 162 tree species planted, not individually, but in ‘mini-forests’. You won’t see single Monkey-Puzzle or Mountain Hemlock trees, but rather you will be able to admire groves of remarkable exotic trees collected from around the world.

See also our pages on forests around Dunoon.

How to get there:

Kilmun Aboretum is part of Argyll Forest Park. Dunoon is the nearest town or village.

There are two equally appealing approaches to the Forest Park from Glasgow.

By car ferry from Gourock to Dunoon, or by the A82 along the western shore of Loch Lomond through Tarbet, entering the Park at Arrochar. You then follow the signs for Kilmun.

OS Grid Reference: NS164823
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com

Start your visit from:

Kilmun car park
KILMUN ARBORETUM

Facilities:

Parking

Activities:

WalkingWildlife ActivitiesArboretum

Contact:

Recreation Team
Cowal & Trossachs
01877 382383
e-mail: cowal&trossachs@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

User Comments

5 Stars 5 Stars

A great place. Wonderful variety of trees and fine walks with views over Holy Loch.

Rob, 12/Nov/2011
4 Stars 4 Stars

Rain or shine a very nice place to walk and if you like trees then a must to see

Frank Gadd, 29/May/2010
4 Stars 4 Stars

A fascinating series of walks with a huge variety of trees to see. The views are also superb - well worth spending half a day here.

Anonymous, 18/Jul/2009

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