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Ardcastle Point Trail

8 km · Moderate · round walk · starts at Ardcastle car park, Loch Fyne, near Lochgilphead

A loop through forest to the shore of Loch Fyne and out to Ardcastle Point, passing the ruined St Bride's Chapel; watch for seals and otters.

Terrain

Uneven grassy paths with long muddy sections, some steep slopes and a rough narrow path to the point.

Dogs

Forestry and Land Scotland doesn't list its own dog rules for this forest. Under the Scottish Outdoor Access Code, dogs are welcome if kept under proper control: on a short lead or close at heel near farm animals, and in forests, moorland and on loch shores during the April to July bird breeding season. Pick up after your dog. Keep dogs close near livestock and cliff edges.

Start: Ardcastle car park, Loch Fyne, near Lochgilphead, PA31 8SB. Directions to the start

Route, map and full directions: Forestry and Land Scotland. Summary in our own words, checked 30 October 2026. Paths, tides and conditions change, so check the route before you go.

Route

We don't have a route line for this walk yet. Use the map and directions on the Forestry and Land Scotland page.