The Avich Falls Loop

Walks, Scotland, Argyll and Bute
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The Avich Falls Loop

Dalavich, Argyll and Bute

by sutchfun

  • 1hr 30m / 2.4km
  • 26

Explore this ancient Caledonian forest, thundering waterfalls and a brilliant community hydro scheme. Bring a picnic and forest bathe.

  • Parking
  • Picnic spot
  • Dog friendly
  • Water feature
  • Child friendly

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  1. Start at the Forestry and Land commission Dalavich Oakwoods car park here. There are no facilities on this route so maybe bring a picnic.

    Step 1: Start at the Forestry and Land commission Dalavich Oakwoods car park here. There are no facilities on this route so maybe bring a picnic.

  2. We’re following the Avich Falls trail. The River flows a mile down a steep glacial valley of Loch Awe from Loch Avich. Follow the blue posts

    Step 2: We’re following the Avich Falls trail. The River flows a mile down a steep glacial valley of Loch Awe from Loch Avich. Follow the blue posts

  3. Step 3: Keep an eye out for red squirrels, red deer and pine martens.

  4. There is a mix of firm gravel surface which is slightly uneven and some grassy sections. Stick to the path, bear left.

    Step 4: There is a mix of firm gravel surface which is slightly uneven and some grassy sections. Stick to the path, bear left.

  5. Slight steep slope, can you hear the river yet?

    Step 5: Slight steep slope, can you hear the river yet?

  6. Bear left and then right. Keep to the path.

    Step 6: Bear left and then right. Keep to the path.

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