LOCHALSH: KYLE AND PLOCKTON

The western part of Lochalsh is the extensive Balmacara estate owned by the National Trust for Scotland. This landscape has no great towering peaks, but instead it has a mixed crofting landscape with fine natural woodland. This softer landscape contrasts with the majestic mountains further inland.

Pretty crofting villages such as Duirinish and Plockton, the Jewel of the Highlands, add interest to walks in this area, whilst the views over to the Isle of Skye could hardly be bettered. The area also has several small beaches which are little known but easily visited by those aware of them.

Plockton Coral Beach 2km 1 hour Loch Scalpaidh, near Kyle of Lochalsh 2.5km 1 - 1.5 hours Duirinish and Drumbuie coast 3km 1 hour Plock of Kyle, Kyle of Lochalsh 3km 1 - 1.5 hours Duncraig Castle from Plockton 6km 2 - 3 hours Balmacara to Kyle of Lochalsh 4.5km 1.5 - 2 hours Balmacara Woodland Circuit 6km 2.5 - 3.5 hours Loch Achaidh na h-Inich from Balmacara 9km 2 - 3 hours Plockton Crags and the two lochs 9km 2.5 - 3.5 hours Accommodation links for this area: Kintail Hotels Kintail B&B Kyle of Lochalsh & Plockton self catering cottages Kintail Hostels, Lochalsh Hostels