One of the
more central of all Mid Argyll Caravan Parks.
Suggested
Tours in Mid Argyll
Short Trips
(approx. half hour drive)
Location
DESCRIPTION
Inveraray
The famous Inveraray
Castle which is the seat of the Duke of Argyll,
the bell tower, the court house, wild life park,
Inveraray Jail, Auchindrain Heritage Museum, Crarae
Gardens, pony trekking and fish farm.
Tarbert
Quaint fishing village with ancient
castle and views over Loch Fyne. On the way is the
famous Smokehouses of Loch Fyne Kippers.
Crinan
Start of the Crinan Canal from the
west which during summer is a haven of colour provided
by the many yachts and boats which visit. Sandy
Beaches which are ideal for swimming and further away
at Tayvallich a seafood restaurant make fir this short
trip being very worthwhile.
Kilmartin
On the road to Oban, Kilmartin is
famous for the series of standing stones which
culminate with the display at the church. Dunadd Hill,
a famous fort site is also on the way.
Day Tours
Location
DESCRIPTION
Kintyre
The peninsula which can be toured in a loop frpm
Lochgilphead, is limitless with spectacular views of
Arran, Islay, Jura and the Irish coast line. Places
such as the Mull of Kintyre, the Island of Gigha,
Carradale and Macrihanish come within easy reach of
the tourist on their way to Campbeltown at the south
of the Kintyre peninsula. Championship golf course,
seals basking in the sun and Atlantic breakers on
sandy beaches are only a few of the many attractions
of Kintyre
Lorn
& Oban
The cross roads of the Highlands and
the main port for Hebridean travel give you the
impression of a busy centre. This may be true of Oban
town with its many shops, woolen mills etc., but the
scenery and scope of places to visit, which even
includes a glider school open to day visitors! and the
famous Sea Life Centre.
Cowal
& Dunoon
SHome of the younger Botanical
Gardens, the Cairndow Estate which has the Britain's
highest tree, and the world renowned Cowal Games, and
countless more sights and experiences, the Cowal area
is well worth the visit.
Islands
Whether you prefer a quiet time or an
island with lots on offer for kids large and small,
you will find at least one to please from the
selection on offer. Islay and Jura famous for their
hills, deer and not least malt whiskies, or the sunny
island of Bute with its many attractions. Gigha with
its Achamore Gardens or Arran with Goat Fell, Mull and
Iona, home of Columba, the list is endless
Lochgilphead is in Mid-Argyll and
ideally situated to tour the rest of ARGYLL
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