Forests in North Argyll - Find Forests and Walks | FLS

The forests of North Argyll are inspirational places. You’ll find ancient oakwoods, rugged coastlines and towering mountains.

The forests here provide a home to iconic wildlife. You might catch a glimpse of red squirrels, otters, pine marten and red or roe deer. Look to the skies and you could spot a white-tailed sea eagle soaring overhead.

You can find peace, excitement and a sense of wonder in the forests of North Argyll. Walk, run, ride or just stand still among the trees. The temperate rainforest climate and clean air mean trees thrive here.

Forests to visit

Two people with buggies on a footpath.

Burn running through a vibrant green forest.

Parent and child looking up at the trees.

Three people sitting around a picnic bench with views out to sea in the background.

Beinn Lora

These truly panoramic views are some of the most memorable in Argyll. From the Eagle’s Eyrie you can look over Benderloch to the Morvern Peninsula, Mull and Lismore.

Fearnoch

The woodlands here are alive with wildlife. The trails pass through the towering trees that flourish around the River Luachragan.

Glen Creran

Stroll through peaceful oak, willow and birch woods and discover a gorge. Glen Creran is also a great place to see bluebells in the spring.

Glen Nant

A National Nature Reserve with rare species and ancient rainforest.

Strone Hill

Here you’ll find beautiful native oak woodland and viewpoints over the waterfalls on the river Lochy.

Sutherland's Grove

Marvel at the mighty fir trees of Sutherland’s Grove, the oldest of which were planted in 1870. Some are over 50 metres high.