Click on the link on the left to see a list of activity providers, and see a selection of activities on offer in the Glen Spean and Great Glen area below.

Walking

Whether you want a quick stroll or to walk from one coast of Scotland to another, this area has the route for you! The Great Glen Way, a long distance walk between Fort William and Inverness, passes through the area, and our members in the Spean Bridge and Invergarry areas can help you with accommodation, meals and transport to and from the walk. Your accommodation provider will have more details of lots of local walks, or try Walk in Scotland.

Cycling

The Great Glen Cycle Route runs all the way from Fort William to Inverness, around 65 miles, sometimes sharing its route with the Great Glen Way.  The Downhill Track at Nevis Range has hosted world cup events in recent years and will be the venue for the world championships in 2007.  It is regularly voted the best on the MTB world circuit.  There are excellent forestry trails at Leanachan, suitable for everyone from families to the world’s best, and bike hire is available locally.

Nevis Range

The mountain experience for all seasons! Britain's only mountain gondola carries visitors up to 2150ft on Aonach Mor, beside Ben Nevis. The journey takes 15 minutes each way, and is suitable for all age groups and most wheelchair users. There are two marked trails to viewpoints from where you can see the hills of Knoydart, Ardgour and Moidart.  Skiers and snowboarders hit the slopes in winter, whilst climbers make use of the ride to reach winter routes. 25 miles of forest tracks are there to explore on foot or by bike. Lessons and equipment hire are available.  Snowgoose restaurant & bar at the top gondola station serves hot meals and snacks. Base station Café and T-huts on the slopes offer warming drinks & snacks.

Fishing

The rivers, streams and dozens of lochs in Glen Spean and the Great Glen are a paradise for any angler, offering sport fishing as good as it gets with the bonus of being surrounded by unspoiled Highland scenery.  A vast amount of fishing is available by inexpensive day or weekly permits. For more information please visit:
www.fishing-scotland.co.uk

Mountaineering and Munro Bagging

Glen Spean and the southern end of the Great Glen are ideal bases for exploring the wild and rugged mountains of Scotland's west coast. The higher peaks can provide challenges for even the most experienced mountaineer, the soaring ridges of Ben Nevis being some of the most exhilarating expeditions in the British Isles. There's rock climbing too, both high and low level, abseiling, gorge walking and a host of other mountaincraft related activities. Whatever the weather, whatever the season, the hills, mountain and glens of Lochaber offer a peace and tranquillity that is rare in the modern world - a timeless place with time for you.

Golf

The Spean Bridge golf course (9 hole, Par 34, Length 2271 yards) has a very traditional Scottish, woodland layout. The natural features of the land have been incorporated into the course so that it makes for an interesting and challenging experience. It lies on the south side of the West Highland railway line, the clubhouse opposite the station. Visitors are always made very welcome!

Canoeing & Kayaking

This area is a great base for paddlers as it has the greatest concentration of kayaking and canoeing in the region, at a wide range of levels of difficulty, from sheltered flat water on the Caledonian Canal to technical white water gorges and creeks. In addition Loch Arkaig and Loch Lochy offer good inland touring potential with a bothy and islands to explore on the former.

Sailing

From the sea at Fort William, the Caledonian Canal connects Loch Lochy, Loch Oich and Loch Ness and these lochs offer an inland passage for yachts and pleasure cruises from the Atlantic to the North Sea.  Loch Oich is ideal for learning to sail while Loch Lochy, which can be quite exposed, is more suitable for experienced dinghy and windsurfer sailors.

Riding and Pony Trekking

Saddle up! Explore the spectacular mountains and rolling moorland of Glen Spean and the Great Glen on horseback. No matter what your age or ability, expert local tuition is available for the novice or more experienced equestrian.

Off-Road Driving

Exhilarating and fantastic fun, quad biking or handling a 4x4 Landrover offers a unique thrill. Under the guidance of your instructor, push your vehicle to the limit over the rugged terrain of Glen Spean.

Visit www.outdoorcapital.co.uk for full information on the multitude of activities available in the Lochaber area of the Highlands.