Druimindarroch to the old fort

Description

The coastline of the Sound of Arisaig offers the visitor exceptional views towards the island of Muck, Eigg and Rhum. This part of the country is steeped in traditions and associations with Bonnie Prince Charlie and the route passes a cave associated with one of the many hiding-places of Bonnie Prince Charlie before he set off for Skye. Indeed, not too far away just off the main road, is a cairn dedicated to that very event. If you stop at the cairn there is ample parking space but move a little further west and take the time to do this splendid route - great for kids - super in wellies because you can cross the river and beachcomb as you return to the start.

Access Info

Turn off the A830(T) from Fort William to Mallaig just after Arisaig House. The signpost is to Druimindarroch and is obscured by bushes if approaching from the east - it is much easier to see if you approach from the west. Half a mile down the single-track road is a lay-by near to a boathouse on the left, about 200m before the end of the road. There is space for a car here but please do not block the track behind the boathouse.

Additional Info

The route, which is easily done in wellies, crosses a river on its return. The crossing can be avoided by taking a short dog-leg to cross the bridge again. The fort on the mound at Waymark 5 is marked by a low peat and heather-covered wall exposed in parts. If you look carefully at some of the exposed rock you will see signs of vitrification attributed to intense heat from a fire, perhaps when the fort was attacked and burned in ancient times.

More Info

The walk passes Bonnie Prince Charlie's Cave and ends at a good example of an ancient vitrified fort.

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