Monday, 20 December 2021
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Alainn View
Alainn View
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Alainn View Look-out Tower is currently closed for access until further notice.
About
Climb the lookout for fantastic views of fast-flowing waters
From this specially-built lookout there are great views over the tree tops to Tobermory and down to the plunging Aros River waterfall. It’s spectacular after heavy rain, as the peaty water thunders towards the sea.
The path to the look-out is 109 yards (100 metres) long, and is wide and flat with a smooth firm surface. It’s suitable for wheelchairs and buggies all the way to the lookout, with no obstacles.
Walking trails
Walking
Alainn View (Look-out Tower) (closed)
A trail notice is in effect
The Alainn View Look-out Tower is closed for access until further notice. The Waterfalls Trail down into Aros Park remains open.
Access the look-out tower from the Alainn View car park. This lookout offers great views of the plunging Aros Burn waterfall.
Unwaymarked short there and back trail, wide and flat with a smooth surface.
miles / 0.1 km
Allow ¼ hours
More information
The look out tower is closed until further notice. Strictly no access is allowed onto the structure. The Waterfalls Trail down into into Aros Park remains open
Walking
The Waterfalls Trail
Follow the Aros Burn through charming woodland to a pair of spectacular waterfalls.
Uneven gravel and earth surface with rough rocky sections. Long slope with several steep sections. Includes one road crossing. May be muddy after rain.
¾ miles / 1.4 km
Allow ½ hour
More information
This trail takes you past two of the three waterfalls in Aros Park. From the lookout here there are great views across the bay, and after heavy rain the surging burn is spectacular.
Facilities and access
Pick up the essentials
There are places to eat, shops and public toilets in Tobermory.
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
The look-out makes a great destination for a walk from Aros Park, or you can come here direct. From Tobermory, take the A848 towards Salen and continue for just over ½ mile (800 metres) past the entrance to Aros Park. The car park is on the left.
Using SatNav?
PA75 6QB is the nearest postcode.
Public transport
Buses between Craignure and Tobermory pass Alainn View. Check Traveline Scotland for details.
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