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Raven's Rock
Raven's Rock
Where we are
Latest forest information
We will be working in this forest from the 1 October until the end of January. For safety reasons will be a two week path closure during this work. We do not have specific dates at this time, but will publish them once they are confirmed.
About
Descend down by Allt Mor burn into Raven's Rock Gorge
The forest at Raven's Rock is a beautiful mixed woodland enclosing a magical steep-sided gorge. Lush green mosses and ferns hang from the gorge walls and plump blaeberries cover the forest floor in summer. In autumn, colourful fungi carpet the woodland.
Sadly, some of the original path here has been lost under a landslip and some of the larger trees have fallen. Raven's Rock is open again and instead of one long circular path, there are two shorter paths for you to enjoy. This gorgeous hidden gem is full of secret surprises and loved by all who come here.
Walking trails
Walking
Raven's Rock Gorge Trail
Descend into the magical depths of the gorge, where there is a picnic area shrouded by beech and Douglas firs. Look out for bears!
Smooth gravel surface throughout. Steep slope down into gorge.
½ miles / 0.8 km
Allow ½ hour
Walking
Pine Wood Trail
A gentle wander through the pines to reach a couple of dramatic viewing areas above the gorge.
Firm, largely smooth gravel surface. Some short fairly steep slopes.
½ miles / 1.0 km
½ hour
Facilities and access
There's a small hotel in Rosehall village, a café (summer only) nearby, and public toilets 6 or 7 miles (9.6 or 11.2 km) away in Bonar Bridge and Lairg.
Car parking information
There is no charge to park in this car park. Please park with care and consideration. In particular please park in designated parking areas only and do not block entrances or gates.
Getting here
From Bonar Bridge take the A836 northwest, turning left onto the A837 towards Lochinver after 4 miles (6.4 km). Follow this for 6 miles (9.6 km) until you see the Raven's Rock forest sign. Turn right here: the forest entrance is on your left about a mile (1.6 km) after the junction.
From Lairg follow the A839 south west for just under 6 ½ miles (10.4 km). Turn left onto a minor road before the bridge (signposted Rosehall) and follow this for ¾ mile (1.2 km) until you see the forest entrance on your right.
Using SatNav?
The nearest postcode to Raven's Rock is IV27 4EU, but this covers a wide area of minor roads.
Get in touch
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Phone
0300 067 6100 (option 2)
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