Find your inner zen at Balmacaan Wood this summer!

Join us for a guided walk and immerse yourself at Balmacaan Wood - the perfect mix of relaxation & exploring.

About

Guided walk leader Anna will guide you from Drumnadrochit to nearby Balmacaan Wood. There, we will learn more about the mighty trees of this ancient woodland and some of the essences and teas you can create from them.

Booking

This event is free but booking is essential.

Meeting Point

Please meet at the Loch Ness Hub & Tourist Information Centre in the centre of Drumnadrochit (IV63 6TX). Anna will be at the entrance by the blue information board. We will then walk from the hub to the entrance of Balmacaan Wood, about 1km (0.6 miles) south.

You can find out more about Balmacaan and how to get there here: Balmacaan - Visiting Woods - Woodland Trust

Parking

Public parking is available at the main Tourist Hub car park in the village centre, where the group will meet at 2.00pm. There is also parking on surrounding streets but please be mindful of residents.

Access

There is a mix of surfaced and unsurfaced paths at Balmacaan, all of which have steep sections and uneven terrain to navigate.

The walk usually takes 2-2.5 hrs and are tailored to the group. Please contact Anna, the guided walk leader, if you have any special requirements on Lochsandmountains@gmail.com.

Facilities

There are no toilet facilities on site, the nearest facilities are at Loch Ness Hub, in the centre of Drumnadrochit, where the group will set off from.

Extra things to know

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for spending time outdoors. Good waterproofs, walking boots and warm layers are advised.

Well behaved dogs welcome.

Under 18’s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Unable to make it?

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Image Credits 1. & 2. WTML / Michael Heffernan

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