Out and About

January 30, 2021January 31, 2021
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Cannich is set in the centre of the beautiful area of Strathglass in the Scottish Highlands.

It is on the doorstep of the spectacular National Nature Reserve Glen Affric, which protects one of the few remaining areas of Ancient Caledonian pinewoods along with a wide range of wildlife. Look out for the red deer, red squirrels, otter, pine martins and much more.

The area is a peaceful place to relax and take in scenery, but for the more active there is the option to participate in many outdoor sports, including: walking, climbing, cycling, fishing, riding, golf and canoeing.

Loch Affric — Relax in beautiful nearby Glens

cycling round loch — Cycle forest tracks

Glen Affric in the Autumn — Look, wonder and photograph

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Below are some ideas of things you may wish to try whilst here:

Walks

There are many tracks and trails along lochs, rivers and forests -choose a relaxing meander or a more challenging trek:

Glen Affric – Forestry and Land Scotland

Glen Affric walks, Strathfarrar and Beauly (Walkhighlands)

Climbs

The surrounding Glens of Cannich, Strathfarrar and Affric contain many Munros for those intrepid climbers prepared to go over 3000ft.

Visit munromagic.com or www.walkhighlands.co.uk to plan detailed routes.

Wildlife

The National Nature Reserve Glen Affric is a haven for wildlife.

Whilst exploring keep an eye for Red Deer, Red Squirrels, Otters, Pine Martens, Black Grouse, Golden Eagles and much more.

Forestry have a guide to some of the iconic species you may spot: ScottishWildlife

AKW

Westward is directly on the route of the Affric- Kintail way, a superb, cross country long distance trail that takes in a variety of landscapes and stunning views.

We are in the perfect position for a comfortable 1 or 2 night stop over before heading off to the remote hostel in Glen Affric.

For more details visit The Affric-Kintail Way.

Activities

Fishing

Cycling & Mountain Biking

Canoeing In Your Element (canoe hire)

Canoeing Day Trips & Tours : Adventure Highland

Golf : Aigas Golf Course

Guided walks: Natural High Guiding

Pony Trekking: Highland Trekking and Trail Riding

Loch Ness & Inverness

Historic Urquhart Castle is on the shores of mystical Loch Ness, only 12 miles away.

Jacobite Loch Cruises

If you need a rest from the rural idyll, Inverness the Capital of the Highlands is just 25 miles away and offers many interesting shops, bars and restaurants.