Lael Forest Walk (7.5m South)

Lael is a large forest which is a great way for the whole family to relax and spend part of your day walking through this magical forest.

Lael is a large forest which was first planted with trees during the 1930's and 1940's. Much of the woodland is now in its second rotation, i.e. the original trees have been felled and new trees planted in their place. During replanting, many more broadleaved trees such as oak, birch and rowan have been introduced to improve the habitat and diversity of the forest. The main access path which leads up to Beinn Dearg and its neighbouring mountains runs through part of Lael Forest and is very popular with hill walkers. Follow red waymarkers or Green waymarkers for walks of 1 hour

Mammals: This Woodland is home to the Pine Marten, so keep your eyes open as you wander through.

Birds: There maybe an opportunity to spot the magnificent
Golden Eagle as soars above the Forest.As the Dusk begins to take a hold start looking out for the Tawny Owl! We have information about Golden eagle.

Photography: There are many little waterfalls around Lael which gives good opportunity for low exposures.

How to get there

Lael Forest of situated beside the A835 road between Ullapool and Garve, some 7 miles to the south of Ullapool. The A835 is the main trunk road which links the Highland capital of Inverness with Ullapool, the main ferry terminal for access to the Outer Hebrides. A regular bus service runs between Inverness and Ullapool.

Image Gallery (by Steven Gourlay)