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Ardyne
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Open water
- This destination contains areas of open water which can be hazardous if you are not suitably prepared. Follow our water safety advice and take care.
About
Panoramic views over the Firth of Clyde
Enjoy exceptional views to the Western Isles and some surprising oriental scenery. A cycle trail links Ardyne with the Corlarach car park.
Walking trails
Walking
Chinese Ponds Trail
Amid bright gorse and rhododendrons, discover fabulous ponds and arched bridges built to mimic scenes on willow pattern crockery.
Mostly firm gravel surface, with uneven grassy sections. Includes some muddy patches and steep slopes.
1 ½ miles / 2.3 km
1 hour
Cycling trails
Cycling
Corlarach Loop
Cycle, walk or ride – you never know what wildlife might be around the next corner...
Mostly forest roads with moderate slopes. Steep singletrack section above Toward Farm.
9 ¾ miles / 15.5 km
Allow 2 ½ hours
More information
Corlarach forest can look impenetrable from below, but from the inside it’s a vibrant, interesting place, teeming with life. The first larch and spruce trees were planted here in 1948 and are now mature giants. Buzzards, kestrels and tawny owls hunt around them – listen out for their eerie cries as you ride.
Activities
Cycling and horse riding
Why not jump on your bike or horse and tackle the 10 mile Corlarach Loop trail.
Facilities and access
The nearest public toilets and cafés are in Innellan (4 miles away) or Dunoon (8½ miles away).
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
Ardyne is 2 miles west of Toward Point. From Dunoon, head south to Toward and follow the main road as it curves round the bottom of the peninsula. The road then heads inland past Castle Toward. Ardyne car park is a ½ mile beyond this on the right.
The full drive from Dunoon is about 9 miles and should take 15-20 minutes.
Using SatNav?
PA23 7UH is the nearest postcode.
Public transport
Occasional local bus services run from Dunoon to Castle Toward, ½ mile from the trails. Plan your journey at Traveline Scotland.
Get in touch
Have a question or suggestion for improvement?
Phone
0300 067 6600 (option 2)
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