Walks in Oban and Argyll, Near Oban, PA34
Strone Hill woods are a fine remnant oakwood almost hidden by the surrounding forestry of Glen Lochy. There are two short waymarked trails; this delightful and very easy walk is a combination of both.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
Beginning with a climb to the fine viewpoint of Pulpit Hill above Oban, this walk explores the countryside immediately to the south of the town. It can either be walked as an approach to Kerrera, as a one-way walk with the bus back, or as described here, as a circuit in its own right.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
An easy-going coastal walk taking in the headland beyond Port Appin with fine views over Lismore and out towards Mull.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
This superb circuit explores the southern half of the beautiful Isle of Kerrera. Easily reached by a short ferry ridge from just south of Oban, the walk has fine views out to other islands and visits the well-preserved and wonderfully atmospheric remains of Gylen Castle.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
This is really two separate very short walks on the edge of the Moine Mhor, the Great Moss - one of Britain's finest boglands and a National Nature Reserve. The second part of the walk ascends the miniature hill of Dunadd, a remarkable historic site that is tied in with the very beginnings of the Kingdom of Scotland.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
This easy walk crosses the impressively long and rickety Jubilee Bridge across the tidal marshes of Loch Laich. The walk then follows a cycletrack and the shoreline to a good viewpoint of Castle Stalker before returning by the same route.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
Kilmartin Glen is said to be one of the richest areas in Europe for prehistoric remains. This walk links some of the most impressive monuments in a straightforward excursion from Kilmartin village.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
This walk follows a waymarked trail for the outward journey past a gorge and up through forestry to a lochan. The return route follows tracks and paths with excellent views across the sea to the islands and mountains beyond.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
This enjoyable outing explores the northern half of lovely Lismore, including a visit to the 13th century ruins of Castle Coeffin, and the iron age broch of Tirefour Castle. The going is quite rough but there is the opportunity to visit a cafe and heritage centre at half way!
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
This excellent walk explores the northern part of the Isle of Lismore and gives a real flavour of the island as well as having wonderful views. It visits the picturesque and unspoilt tiny village of Port Ramsay.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
This pleasant circuit visits the Black Lochs, a series of small and attractive lochs fringed by woodland. There are distant views of Ben Cruachan.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
Achadun Castle (also known as Achanduin Castle), once the residence of the Bishops of Argyll, occupiers a fine location guarding the entrances to Loch Linnhe and the Sound of Mull. It marks the objective for this walk heading for the western end of Lismore.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
Beinn Lora may only be 308 metres high but its position means that the magnificent views from its summit match those from many a Munro. The approach uses waymarked forestry walks but the section before the final pull up to the top is a swamp.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
The Isle of Luing was once the centre of a slate quarrying industry. This circular walk explores the remains of the industry on a now quiet coastline, passing through the delightful village of Cullipool.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
This short, waymarked forestry walk climbs from a car park overlooking the Crinan Canal to reach a superb panoramic viewpoint above the trees.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
This straightforward forestry round visits Loch Glashan reservoir as well as tiny Risbys Loch.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
Visitors to Oban can't help but notice the massive obelisk monument at the north end of the isle of Kerrera, guarding the entrance to the harbour. This walk is a circuit of the northern half of Kerrera and includes a visit to the monument with its fine views.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
Inveraray has a magnificent position on the shores of Loch Fyne. This walk explores the area around the town, taking in Inveraray Castle and its fine estate and then a long forest walk through the plantations behind Inveraray.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
A great circular walk taking in a lovely section of the Crinan Canal with the sea on one side and then through the ancient Crinan Woods with good views over the sea to Islay and Jura.
Walks in Oban and Argyll, Oban and Argyll, PA34
This fine forestry walk climbs high above the sea to give stunning views of Jura, Scarba and the Argyll coastline. Starting from picturesque Crinan harbour, it ascends to a dramatically situated iron-age fort on an airy summit. The first section of path can be covered by the sea at high tide.