3 Forest Walks near Taynuilt

If, according to Hippocrates, 'walking is man's best medicine', then these forest walks will leave you as fit as a fiddle.  With longer days approaching and spring inching ever closer, it's the perfect time to be nursed by the soothing, scenic Argyll countryside and give your mind time to recuperate from the daily grind.  For me, the tranquility of the forest, with its soundtrack of birdsong and babbling streams, has restorative powers.  If you also love a woodland walk, here are three of my favourites near Taynuilt you can explore on your next holiday.

Fearnoch Forest
Only four miles from Taynuilt lies the entrance to Fearnoch Forest, with two lovely walking routes (plus 14kms of cycling trails).  The shorter walk, Ceum nan Seangan, is 1.5 miles or for a slightly longer walk, you can set off down Tri Drochaidean (2.5 miles).  This is a favourite of Liath's (my dog).

Sutherland's Grove
There are a number of walks in Sutherland's Grove to discover, through ancient oakwood and a wonderful grove of huge Douglas Fir trees.  Take a picnic to enjoy by the river, and keep an eye out for the waterfalls.  Sutherland's Grove is 17 miles from Airdeny - and after your walk you could soak up the views overlooking Castle Stalker.  The Castle Stalker View Cafe is a great place to have lunch or coffee after stretching your legs, and the view really is spectacular.

Glen Nant National Nature Reserve
This circuit trail takes you through beautiful oaklands of Glen Nant, which is a National Nature Reserve (and a haven for wildlife).  Enjoy the peacefulness of the 'Ant Trail' and views across to Ben Cruachan.



Do you have a favourite walk near Taynuilt? We'd love to hear from you - please leave your comments below.