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River Lochy, Ben Nevis (Credit: Visit Scotland/ Airborne Lens)
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Lochaber

Approaching Lochaber over the breathtakingly wild Rannoch Moor, you sweep north through the towering peaks of Glen Coe, a land shrouded in mist and steeped in history. You’ll pass traditional settlements like Ballachulish and Onich en route to Fort William, which sits proudly at the foot of mighty Ben Nevis. Overlooking Loch Linnhe and the south-west end of the Caledonian Canal, Fort William today is a bustling focal point for travellers by road, rail and sea.

Westwards Lochaber extends into the ‘rough bounds’ – the rugged lands of Morvern, Moidart, Ardgour and Ardnamurchan that are dotted with historic townships such as Strontian, Salen and Kilchoan. Further north, the fishing port of Mallaig, a ferry gateway to the Isle of Skye, can be reached via Moidart or Glenfinnan – with its famous viaduct and Jacobite links. From east to west, these dramatic lands, pull people in to immerse themselves in adrenaline-packed adventure – from mountain biking and skiing to hiking and climbing – or just to catch a breath of the freshest of air.

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Locations in Lochaber

The Small Isles Small islands with big character. Add The Small Isles to an itinerary
Ben Nevis Distillery Savour the flavours of one of Scotland's oldest licensed distilleries. Add Ben Nevis Distillery to an itinerary
Corrour Station A gateway to Lochaber only accessible by train. Add Corrour Station to an itinerary
A waterfall at Arkaig running into shallow water. The waterfall is surrounded by trees with orange and green leaves which take up 50% of the image.
Eas Chia-Aig Waterfalls Discover a haven on the eastern fringes of Loch Arkaig Add Eas Chia-Aig Waterfalls to an itinerary
Lochailort Discover a picturesque hamlet bordered by meandering coastlines and dramatic mountainous scenery. Add Lochailort to an itinerary
Glenfinnan Station Museum Celebrating the life and work of earlier generations on the West Highland Line at this picturesque spot. Add Glenfinnan Station Museum to an itinerary
Glencoe Folk Museum Glencoe Folk Museum holds an eclectic array of objects celebrating local heritage. Add Glencoe Folk Museum to an itinerary
West Highland Museum Discover the incredible history of the West Highlands. Add West Highland Museum to an itinerary
Loch Leven Relax and reconnect to nature in the heart of the Lochaber Geopark. Add Loch Leven to an itinerary
Lochaber Archive Centre The Lochaber Archive Centre at Fort William is responsible for locating, preserving and making accessible documents relating to all aspects of Highland history. Add Lochaber Archive Centre to an itinerary
Camusdarach Unwind amongst the glistening sands and stunning clear waters of Camusdarach. Add Camusdarach to an itinerary
Glencoe Discover the haunting natural beauty and history of Glencoe. Add Glencoe to an itinerary
Knoydart Peninsula A landscape and experience second to none. Add Knoydart Peninsula to an itinerary
Ardnamurchan Journey to the edge; dive into Ardnamurchan. Add Ardnamurchan to an itinerary
Glen Shiel Battle Site Discover the history behind the tragic 1715 Battle of Glen Shiel. Add Glen Shiel Battle Site to an itinerary
Glenfinnan Viaduct Admire a marvel of engineering against the scenic landscape of Lochaber. Add Glenfinnan Viaduct to an itinerary
Clach Shomairle Make a wish and discover a community custom in the heart of Glen Nevis Add Clach Shomairle to an itinerary
Loch Moidart Experience breathtaking views of one of Lochaber's most iconic lochs. Add Loch Moidart to an itinerary
River Lochy, Ben Nevis
Ben Nevis Visitor Centre Scale the heights of a national icon. Add Ben Nevis Visitor Centre to an itinerary
Looking down the length of Loch Shiel, which is flanked by steep hills covered in trees
Loch Shiel Discover an area of outstanding natural and cultural heritage. Add Loch Shiel to an itinerary
Kinlochleven Discover a village of outstanding natural and cultural heritage on the eastern shores of Loch Leven Add Kinlochleven to an itinerary
Glen Etive Explore an enchanting, natural marvel of the Highlands. Add Glen Etive to an itinerary
Darach Social Croft and Croft Produce Unwind and re-connect to nature with a fresh approach to social crofting Add Darach Social Croft and Croft Produce to an itinerary

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Itineraries within Lochaber

A Day Full of Magic: Ghosts, Witchcraft and Legends of Fort William & Glencoe

Discover the marvellous myths and legends of Fort William and Glencoe in this illustrated trail from the COAST project.

Legends of Lochaber

Explore icons of Lochaber through the eyes of the people who live, work and visit here.

The Cawdor Labyrinth is located at Cawdor Castle which features a sculpture of a Minotaur which stands proudly in the centre of the maze
On the Trail of Highlands Literature

Explore places in Inverness, Moray and Nairn that have been a pool of inspiration for writers.

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