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Loch Linnhe
Loch Linnhe
Where we are
Picnic site and car park closed
Due to anti social behaviour this day and short stay facility will be closed to the public from Tuesday the 12 of August and until further notice.
There are many campsites around the Lochaber area. We're asking the public to use local campsites and refrain from overnighting at FLS day and short stay locations such as Loch Linnhe.
Stay the Night locations can be found on the Stay the Night web page
Open water
- This destination contains areas of open water which can be hazardous if you are not suitably prepared. Follow our water safety advice and take care.
About
A perfect picnic spot on your long drive to the West Highlands
This viewpoint on the A82 is a popular spot for a picnic by the loch. Exceptionally photogenic, Loch Linnhe provides a welcome breather from any long drive.
Facilities and access
The nearest public toilets are at Corran Ferry, 2 miles to the south.
Loch Linnhe closure to picnic site and car park
Due to anti social behaviour this day and short stay facility will be closed to the public from Tuesday the 12 of August and until further notice.
There are many campsites around the Lochaber area. We're asking the public to use local campsites and refrain from overnighting at FLS day and short stay locations such as Loch Linnhe.
Stay the Night locations can be found on the Stay the Night web page
Car parking information - car park closed
The charges to park at Loch Linnhe are:
- £1 for up to 1 hour
- £3 for all day
Blue Badge holders park free. Please display your Blue Badge clearly.
Payment can be made using card or RingGo.
Annual parking passes are available for this site, visit our parking page for more information.
Please park with care and consideration. In particular please park in designated parking areas only and do not block entrances or gates. Nearby car parks with free parking can be found in our Forest Search.
Getting here
The car park is on the loch side of the A82, 2 miles north of Corran Ferry or 6 miles south of Fort William.
Using SatNav?
PH33 6SJ is the nearest postcode, about 1½ miles to the south.
Get in touch
Have a question or suggestion for improvement?
Phone
0300 067 6650 (option 1)
Nearby forests
Eight mighty waterfalls and wide loch views
Facilities and activities
Distance from 'Glen Righ': 1.53 miles
A forest glen surrounded by mountains
Facilities and activities
Distance from 'Glenachulish': 4.3 miles
Towering redwoods surround this tranquil lochan
Facilities and activities
Distance from 'Glencoe Lochan': 5.61 miles
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