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Ardmore & Quinish1

Shore Trail 7.4km - Strenuous

Aros Park2

Alainn View (Look-out Tower) 170m - EasyWaterfalls Trail 1.4km - StrenuousLochan Trail 1.7km - ModerateCoastal Trail 4.7km - Strenuous

Glen Aros & Loch Frisa3

Cill an Ailein Trail 1.4km - Moderate

Fishnish & Garmony 4

Fishnish Loop 2.3km - ModerateCoastal Trail 6.5km - Strenuous

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Scallastle River Trail 4.8km - Strenuous

Wild Isle

You’ve come to one of the best places in Britain to see wildlife. Scotland’s most iconic species thrive here; it’s why we are Springwatch regulars! Our wildlife hides at Fishnish and at Loch Torr near Quinish are great places to start.

Scan the Seas

Mull is a fantastic place to watch for marine wildlife. Otters, common seals and grey seals patrol near to shore whilst further out minke whales, harbour porpoise, basking sharks and a variety of dolphins can often be spotted. Our car parks at Fishnish and Garmony are particularly good places to sit and watch the sea. The Coastal Trail here, and the Shore Trail at Ardmore offer good opportunities for wildlife watching.

Eyes to the Skies

Mull is known as Eagle Island. You’ve got a really good chance of seeing both the huge white-tailed eagles and the majestic golden eagles here. A visit to the Mull Eagle Watch project is highly recommended. But it’s not just eagles on Mull - there are plenty of other birds to look out for. Watch for hen harriers gliding over the moorland, listen for crossbills calling in the tops of the conifers and scan for black-throated divers on the lochs.

Destinations Overview

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Less than half a mile from Craignure,Scallastle offers a taste of the wilder side ofMull. We are restoring native woodland in this area: the birch and oak trees are particularly good for wildlife. If you are lucky enough to have rain during your visit, the river can be spectacular.

Scallastle River Trail

Follow the gentler trail to the tumbling Scallastle River, or complete the steep loop up to a great viewpoint looking across to the rugged peak of Dun da Gaoithe.

3 miles /4.8 kmAllow2 hours

Long steep slopes. Wide, uneven gravel and grassy surface. Includes rough and loose rocky section and areas that may be muddy. Two bridges.

You’re going to like it here. The forests of Mull offer a fantastic opportunity to explore and enjoy the landscape, culture, history and wildlife of this amazing island.

Mull Rocks

Mull and the surrounding area has fascinating and world-famous geology. Some of the rocks here are 2000 million years old and some are found nowhere else in the world. Much of Mull is made from layers of basalt lava, left by ancient volcanic eruptions.

Chips from Trees

Forestry and Land Scotland looks after many of the forests on Mull. We are restoring native woodland and encouraging more broadleaf trees. We also manage the forests for a sustainable supply of timber. Woodchips from our forests are used on Mull and heat the oven of the Island Bakery!

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Fishnish is the perfect stop for a break if you are arriving or leaving on the Lochaline ferry. Garmony is a great place to admire the view, have a picnic or explore the sea shore.

Watch out for wildlife at both sites – there is always something to see here. Birds likegannets, oyster catchers and terns are most obvious but otters, seals and porpoise can also be spotted if you’re lucky.

Don’t miss the new wildlife hide at Fishnish.Call in to see what’s around and find out about recent wildlife sightings. You can also discover a bit more about the wonderful wildlife of Mull, or just sit and enjoy the views.

Fishnish Loop

A short leg stretch through Fishnish Forest while you are waiting for the ferry. Listen out for the noisy chirping of crossbills as they feed in the canopy.

1½ miles / 2.3 kmAllow¾ hours

Mostly firm gravelsurface, with a section of uneven grass and earth path. Some parts may be muddy. Moderate slopes with some short steeper sections.

Coastal Trail

Follow the low rocky shore of the Sound of Mullbetween Fishnish and Garmony. Great views ofthe Morvern peninsula and an opportunity to seeoyster catchers on the rocks.

4 miles / 6.5 kmAllow2 hours

Uneven grassy and gravel surface, with some rough rocky and earthy sections. Some short steep slopes. Includes narrow sections of boardwalk and several muddy areas.

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Mull Eagle Watch is an award-winning wildlife protection and viewing partnership. Friendly and knowledgeable local guides lead visits to see Mull’s magnificent white-tailed eagles. The guided visits usually run from April to September and last around 2 hours.

Mull Eagle Watch

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Mull Eagle Watch can change location depending on which eagles’ nest offers the best views, so please call 01680 812556 for current information and bookings (booking is essential).

Eilean làn beathaCòrdaibh an t-eilean seo riut. Tha coilltean Muile le iomadh cothrom mìorbhaileach air rannsachadh agus tlachd fhaighinn às cruth-tìre,cultar, eachdraidh agus fiadh-bheatha an eilein iongantaich seo. Tha Eilean Muile, agus an sgìre timcheall air, le geòlas a tha ainmeil air feadh an t-saoghail. Tha thu cuideachd a’ tadhal air fear dhe na h-àitean as fheàrr ann am Breatainn son fiadh-bheatha fhaicinn. Bheiridh coilltean Muile dhut mòran chothroman air beathaichean fhaicinn air tìr, sna speuran no a-muigh aig muir.

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Please note: Any symbols that appear black indicate they are not Forestry and Land Scotland facilities.

Track

Ardmore & Quinish1

The ruined settlements of Ardmore andPenalbanach lie part hidden within the forest here. Look out for the abandoned houses amongst the trees, the legacy of a time when farming was the main land use.

Shore Trail

Explore the rugged shore of Ardmore Bay anddiscover a couple of intriguing ruined villages.Wonderful views of the Ardnamurchan peninsula.

4½ miles / 7.4 kmAllow3 hours

Sections of rough grassy surface with rocky and muddy parts. Long moderate slopes for half a mile with some steeper sections. Includes some steps, narrow boardwalks and a bridge.

Aros Park2

Once a private house and estate owned by the Allan family, Aros Park is now open for all to enjoy. The big house is long gone, but explore the park and you’ll discover many clues to its rich and varied history. There is a choice of trails here plus an adventurous play trail, picnic benches and toilets. It’s a great place for a day out.

Alainn View (Look-out Tower)

Access the look-out tower from the Alainn View car park. This lookout offers great views of the plunging Aros Burn waterfall.

185 yds /170mAllow15 mins

A short there and back trail, wide and flat with a smooth surface.

Coastal Trail

A great link between Aros Park and Tobermoryalong the dramatic wooded shore of TobermoryBay. There are fabulous sea views throughout.

3 miles /4.7 kmAllow2 hours

Uneven gravel surfacewith earthy and roughrocky sections. Onelong steep slope andsome flights of steps.Includes narrow bridges and parts that may be muddy.

The Waterfalls Trail

Follow the Aros Burn through charming woodland to a pair of spectacular waterfalls.

¾ miles/ 1.4 kmAllow½ hour

Uneven gravel and earth surface with rough rocky sections. Long slope with several steep sections. Includes one road crossing. May be muddy after rain.

Lochan Trail

A gentle wander around idyllic Lochan aGhurrabain, its shore laced with beautifulbeech, cypress and oak trees.

1 mile /1.7 kmAllow½ hour

Largely smooth andwide gravel surface.Some uneven sectionsand exposed treeroots. Generally flatwith a short steep slope down to the lochan.Includes a bridge and some steps.

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Cill an Ailein Trail

Discover the beautiful old gravestones in this peaceful burial ground, now lost deep within the forest.

¾ miles/ 1.4 kmAllow¾ hours

Section of uneven grassy path with some exposed tree roots. One steep slope. Includes a narrowsection of boardwalkand some low branches.Parts may be muddy.

The Cill an Ailein chapel and burial ground has gravestones dating back to the Middle Ages. It’s an evocative place to pause and reflect. The track along Loch Frisa is ideal for walking and cycling. Watch out for white-tailed and golden eagles, and don’t miss the FANK community & arts project, with its impressive sculpture.

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