Nestled between hill and loch

Kinlochmoidart House sits in the valley of the river Moidart and is a haven for wildlife.

This is the perfect place to observe all types of Scottish flora and fauna - from deer, owls and golden eagles to wild salmon, otters and red squirrels. With endless heather glens and miles of stunning scenery to take in, you will never be short of places to explore.

With a number of beautiful beaches to choose from, both on the doorstep and slightly further afield, our favourites include the famous Camusdarach and Morar beaches near Arisaig, and in the opposite direction, there are the sandy dunes of Sanna Bay of Ardnamurchan.

Closer to home, we have a perfect, family-friendly beach just four miles away at Glenuig, with the beach easily accessed from the road, and good for rockpooling.

The White Sands, further along the coast, is reached by a cliffside walk, with the rare opportunity to pass through an ancient crofting township.Near Acharacle are Ardtoe, with its easily accessible, idyllic little coves, and, for the more adventurous, the Singing Sands of Kentra, remote and with a large expanse of sand which provided a perfect training ground for the D-Day landings in France.

Kinlochmoidart offers a wide range of fishing.

Salmon and Sea Trout; the River Moidart is a renowned small spate river with sporadic but healthy runs of Atlantic salmon from May through to October. Sea Trout arrive from April and offer some exciting opportunities for night fishing. The Estuary down to the low tide mark also offers some challenging opportunities to catch fresh run sea trout in low water conditions, but also fishes very well in spate conditions. Fishing is fly only and we currently have a strict catch and release policy.

Brown Trout on the hill lochs: the hills lochs at Kinlochmoidart are full of wild brown trout. Originally stocked in 1888 they have offered anglers hours of excitement and entertainment over the years. We regularly host angling groups to enjoy the variety of fishing opportunities here in the Moidart hills.

Sea fishing can be enjoyed off the rocks in Loch Moidart at high tide, or at Glenuig, a few miles north; alternatively, boat fishing can be arranged in Mallaig or on Loch Sunart.

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Kinlochmoidart Estate is perfect for exploring on foot. Amongst the many scenic walks nearby, we recommend the Prince’s Walk, which provides the opportunity to retrace the steps of the famous Jacobite, Bonnie Prince Charlie. Our guests don’t have to venture far to enjoy the estate’s impressive surroundings; a path behind Kinlochmoidart House leads to the nearest hill loch, Loch nam Paitean, and the those beyond. For the more adventurous guest, Rois-Bheinn, the tallest mountain in Moidart is close by with a stunning vista over the Inner Hebrides. Munro-baggers will find three munros on their doorstep, whilst Fort William and Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest peak, are less than an hour’s drive from Kinlochmoidart.

The Silver Walk is another favourite; follow an ancient path as it weaves along Loch Moidart to reach Castle Tioram.

Cold water swimming has never been more popular; we are spoilt for choice here,
with a variety of picturesque sea, loch and river locations.

There are several sea kayaking companies in the area offering everything from short excursions to all day expeditions for all levels of ability.

Sea and loch cruises are also an option, for fishing, dolphin-spotting and nature-watching. Ferries operate from Mallaig that can take you for day trips to Skye, Eigg and other islands, or to Inverie, home to The Old Forge, the most remote pub on mainland Britain.

There is no light pollution at Kinlochmoidart, and the area of Moidart is one of the best places for star-gazing, whether it be shooting stars, the Milky Way or simply a sky full of stars. There are apps you can download, such as Stellarium Mobile or Night Sky, which can identify stars, planets, constellations, and even satellites visible in the night sky.

While you enjoy the local woodlands and beautiful shoreline of Loch Moidart, you might come across some nutritious wild food along the way. While foraging is a more common trait seen in wild animals, it was also a survival skill that our hunter-gatherer ancestors had to master many centuries ago. From edible seaweed to chanterelle mushrooms, you can forage for a range of different species on your doorstep throughout the year. Keep an eye out also for brambles, wild garlic, nettles,
elderflowers, dandelion leaves, dulse, sweet cicely, sea buckthorn, wild damsons, and honeysuckle.

Foraging is an exciting way to get up close to nature and wildlife at Kinlochmoidart. However, please be careful what you pick - some species are poisonous. The Scottish Wild Mushroom Code might come in handy on your adventures.

If you're interested in finding out more about local foraging, why not sign up for a course with local ecologist Wildwood Bushcraft. Alternatively, one of the Kinlochmoidart team may be able to point you in the right direction.

There are several traditional Scottish music sessions held in the local area, and we particularly recommend the Glenuig Community Inn, four miles away, where local artists gather every Sunday afternoon to play together (as well as regular Bingo and Quiz nights). Arisaig Hotel and Bunk House also do Sunday afternoon sessions.

Glenuig Hall and Sunart Centre are also places to hear the locals play into the night. Information can be found on respective Facebook pages.