Monday, 29 May 2023
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Slattadale
Where we are
Latest forest information
Car parking charges will apply at Slattadale from 1 April. See the Facilities and access section for more details.
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
Picnic by the shore at this stunning lochside forest
Half way between Gairloch and Kinlochewe, you can stroll beneath the trees and picnic by Loch Maree, with superb views across the water to the mountains of Letterewe.
There are pockets of ancient oak and birch woodland in the forest, while the islands in the loch hold pristine remnants of ancient Caledonian Pinewood. Visit nearby Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve to explore this magical environment at close quarters.
Activities
Explore on foot
Slattadale is the start (or finish) for the Tollie path, a fine 5 mile (8 km) route to Poolewe. It takes you through pine woodland and open moorland, and makes a good there-and-back-again outing to enjoy the views in both directions. Watch for wildlife as you go: black throated divers nest on Loch Maree, and white tailed eagle sometimes come to fish.
The path is rough with long moderate slopes and some wet patches. Allow 2½ - 3 hours for a one-way trip.
Facilities and access
The nearest places to eat are in Kinlochewe or Gairloch.
Car parking information
Payment can be made using RingGo.
The charges to park at Slattadale are:
- £2 for up to 1 hour
- £3 for up to 3 hours
- £4 for all day – car (up to 7 seats)
- £12 per minibus or coach all day
Please park with care and consideration. In particular please park in designated parking areas only and do not block entrances or gates. Nearby car parks with free parking can be found in our local forest list without the £ symbol.
Annual parking pass available:
Available in advance by downloading the relevant application form and emailing to the Regional Office. Please read our Annual Pass terms and conditions before applying.
North Car Park Pass - £40 per car and £100 per mini-bus or coach
Valid at Laggan Wolftrax, Dog Falls, River Affric, Slattadale, Kylerhea and Contin.
FLS National Car Park Pass - £100 per car and £150 per mini bus or coach
Valid at all Forestry and Land Scotland car parks except Tentsmuir.
Getting here
From Kinlochewe head north on the A832 for about 10½ miles (16.8 km). The car park is signposted on your right, overlooking Loch Maree.
Using SatNav?
IV22 2HW is the nearest postcode.
Public transport
Buses to Gairloch pass Slattadale. Check Traveline Scotland for details.
Get in touch
Have a question or suggestion for improvement?
Phone
0300 067 6100 (option 1)
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