Loch Affric Circular

Distance	Approximate Time	Height Gain	OS Map
16.1 kms	05:30 (hrs:mins)	150 metres	Explorers: 414: Glen Shiel & Kintail forest & 415: Glen Affric & Glen Moriston

Description

This is a fairly strenuous walk, but on good paths and can be done either way; the best views are from the south side of the loch, so photographers will no doubt choose according to the sun....

The walk starts at the end of the road from Cannich which runs along the north side of Loch Beinn a Mheadhoin and is on good forestry landrover tracks around Loch Affric.

There are only two points where a choice of path has to be made, the rest of the trouble-free time is spent enjoying the views. It's a very popular walk in the summer months, particularly with European visitors..... 3 out of 4 of the people you meet will be Europeans. Boots are necessary and wet weather clothing is advised. The walk can be extended (some way) by following a rough path towards the hills above Alltbeithe Youth Hostel.

Access Info

At Cannich turn off on the Glen Affric road (single track with passing places; good surface). You pass the car park for Dog Falls Walk (on the left) before reaching the Loch Affric car park.

Additional Info

This popular walk is also part of a longer trail that takes you through to the West Coast. There is a small Youth Hostel about 5 miles on; it's popular, so booking is advised.