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Overlooking Gairloch Bay, with views towards the Isle of Skye, Gairloch Hotel is a welcoming base for exploring Wester Ross and the north-west Highlands. Discover the beaches of Big Sand and Redpoint, enjoy scenic woodland walks, or look out for wildlife along this beautiful stretch of coastline.
Explore the area’s history at Gairloch Museum, wander through Inverewe Garden, or discover the dramatic landscapes of Corrieshalloch Gorge and Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve. For a day trip further afield, visit Attadale Gardens or the iconic Eilean Donan Castle.
Discover a colourful lochside garden where plants from around the world flourish in the mild west-coast climate. Explore winding paths, towering redwoods and seasonal displays, with opportunities to spot wildlife along the way.
Photo Credit: Pjt56 — InvereweGardens-pjt1, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Discover a dramatic Highland gorge carved by glacial meltwater, where the River Droma plunges over the Falls of Measach. Woodland trails and a Victorian suspension bridge offer striking perspectives on this spectacular landscape. Check the latest access information before visiting.
Photo Credit: Luis Ayres — Falls of Measach, Corrieshalloch Gorge, CC BY-SA 2.0.
Explore the sheltered landscape of Flowerdale Glen, known for its woodland, wildflowers and waterfall. It is a lovely place to discover Gairloch’s quieter surroundings on foot. Check current route information before setting out, as access near the falls may be restricted.
Walking route and access updates
Photo Credit: N Chadwick — Flowerdale Glen, CC BY-SA 2.0.
Discover the history, culture and natural heritage of the area at Gairloch Museum, housed in a converted Cold War bunker. Explore displays including a traditional croft-house reconstruction, the original Rubh Re lighthouse lens and interactive exhibits bringing local stories to life.
Photo Credit: Graeme Yuill — Gairloch Museum, CC BY-SA 2.0.
Standing on an island where three sea lochs meet, Eilean Donan Castle enjoys a memorable Highland setting. Explore its historic interiors, discover stories of destruction and restoration, and admire the surrounding mountain and loch scenery.
Photo Credit: Syxaxis Photography — Eilean Donan at Dusk, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Discover ancient pinewoods, rugged mountains and views across Loch Maree at Britain’s first National Nature Reserve. Woodland walks and more demanding mountain trails offer different ways to explore this Highland landscape, with opportunities for wildlife watching along the way.
Photo Credit: Trevor Littlewood — Caledonian forest on Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve, CC BY-SA 2.0.
