Walktober in Wester Ross

A row of white-washed cottages line a country road, with a stream in the foreground and the sea in the background.

Balmacara Estate

Join us for a beautiful autumn walk at a number of our places in Wester Ross.

Overview

Running from Sat 11 to Sat 18 October, Walktober takes in a range of walks across Wester Ross.

Saturday 11 October – Corrieshalloch Gorge NNR
11am – Lichen/rainforest tour | 1pm – Geology and bridge tour
Sunday 12 October – Kintail
Falls of Glomach
Monday 13 October – Kintail
Glenshiel battlesite
Tuesday 14 October – Balmacara
Crofts and Coast walk, Drumbuie and Duirinish
Wednesday 15 October – Torridon
Fasaig on Foot
Thursday 16 October – Corrieshalloch Gorge NNR
11am – Lichen/rainforest tour | 1pm – Geology and bridge tour
Friday 17 October – Balmacara
Discover Scotland’s Rainforest walk, Coille Mhòr
Saturday 18 October – Torridon
Beinn Dearg shielings through Coire Mhic Nobuil

A view across a wide glen in winter, with very high snow-capped mountains in the distance.

Participating places

Balmacara Estate

The Crofts and Coast walk explores Drumbuie and Duirinish.
It will run from 10am–1pm; please meet at Duirinish Station.

The Discover Scotland’s Rainforest walk explores the Coille Mhòr.
It will run from 10am–1pm; please meet at the Balmacara Square car park.

Donations are welcome for both walks.

A view of the coastline at Balmacara Estate on a lovely sunny day, with bright blue sky and pale blue sea. Sloping hills run into the sea, covered by mixed woodland just starting to show autumn colour. Tall mountains can be seen across the water in the distance.

Corrieshalloch Gorge NNR

The woodland walk follows the trail from the Gateway to Nature Centre. It’s 1km to the Victorian suspension bridge and the Falls of Measach.

Our tours typically take between 45 mins and 1 hour.

The trail is a little rough and undulating, but is described as easy.

There is no charge for the tours but donations will be gratefully received on the day.

Steep tree-lined gorge with a waterfall running down the centre.

Kintail

Falls of Glomach guided walk
Sunday 12 October, 10am–4pm

Join the Kintail ranger on a strenuous hillwalk to see one of Scotland’s highest waterfalls and enjoy breathtaking views over remote countryside in its full autumn glory. Find out about the history of the area, including ghostly apparitions, whilst in the midst of roaring red deer in rut.
This walk is 6 miles/9km and includes 600m/2,000ft ascent.
The meeting place and further information will be given at the time of booking; transport will be provided for part of the way.

Booking is essential – adult £30, child (age 10+) £5

Battle of Glenshiel guided walk
Monday 13 October, 2–4pm

Come and learn about the ’Little Jacobite Rising’ of 1719 and the dramatic battle that brought it to an end. Find out about Spanish, Dutch and Swiss involvement and the archaeological remains that make this breathtaking site unique in Scotland today.
The route will involve a short but steep walk over rough and hilly terrain.
The meeting place and further information will be given at the time of booking.

Booking is essential – adult £5, child free

For all bookings, please telephone 01599 511231 or email kintail@nts.org.uk

The Falls of Glomach by Glen Elchaig in the Scottish Highlands

Torridon

Fasaig on Foot
Wednesday 15 October, 10am

Join Trust ranger Rory Shannon on a leisurely loop of the historical village of Fasaig. As well as enjoying the spectacular scenery, we will visit the Deer Museum and feed a red deer herd, spot the local wildlife, discover Am Ploc open-air church, say hi to the Highland Cows, skim stones on the shoreline of Upper Loch Torridon and visit Doire nam Fuaran (the main settlement in Torridon before the Highland Clearances).
This walk will take 2–3 hours and covers approx. 5km.
Meet at Torridon Stores & Café for a 10am start.
Sturdy walking shoes and waterproofs are recommended.

This walk costs £20pp.

Beinn Dearg shielings through Coire Mhic Nobuil
Saturday 18 October, 10am

Join Trust ranger Rory Shannon on a hike into Coire Mhic Nobuil to visit the Beinn Dearg shielings. Along the way we will discover the history of Torridon and the geology of its mountains. From the path, impressive waterfalls can be seen and even the remains of an old curling ice rink.
This walk is a 7km (3hrs approx.) return route along a flat but rocky path.
Meet at the Coire Mhic Nobuil car park for a 10am start.
Sturdy walking boots, waterproofs and snacks/drinks are recommended.