Activities near Loch Awe
Explore loch and mountain
Surrounded by such stunning scenery, it’s only natural to let nature be your guide. Dive into our recommendations for on-foot and cycling explorations, as well as top fishing destinations.
On-site Activities
Game On! Join us in our games room
Pool Table
Challenge your friends and family to a pool tournament with coin-operated pool tables also available at Loch Awe – swing by for a game whenever you like!
Table Tennis
Fast-paced, great exercise and fun for all the family – hire our table tennis table and have a play-off! You may discover you have a hidden talent…
Every Journey Begins with a Single Step
Walking near Loch Awe
Loch Awe, our northern gem, offers an ideal gateway to the Scottish Highlands & Islands, with fantastic nearby walking options. Just a short five-minute drive away lies the Inverawe Nature Trails, weaving through Inverawe Smokehouse, lakeside paths, and wildlife-rich woodlands.
For history buffs, venture to Kilmartin Glen to uncover ancient standing circles, intriguing rock carvings, and cairns. Seasoned hikers can conquer two Munros (Ben Cruachan and Stob Diamh), along with the Corbet Beinn a’ Bhuiridh, while the ridge walk between the Munros treats you to breathtaking vistas. Loch Awe Holiday Park serves as the perfect launchpad for coastal exploration to the west and further north into the West Highlands.
Two Wheels, Endless Thrills!
Mountain Biking near Loch Awe
Loch Awe, Scotland’s longest freshwater loch, boasts hilly terrain, with the imposing Ben Cruachan nearby. The Wild About Argyll Trail offers a moderately challenging gravel ride.
Explore forestry tracks like the Balindor circuit, Fearnoch Forest, and Loch Etive’s east side. Venture to Argyll’s coast, ferry to the islands, and discover picturesque routes. Mull, Lismore, Luing, and Kerrera, car-free and scenic, beckon cyclists. For more diverse terrain, Glencoe Mountain presents fantastic summer biking options catering to all skill levels.
Guests are welcome to rent mountain bikes from RCS Cycles, accessible at 01866 822 736 or through our reception.
There’s plenty of fish in the loch
Fishing near Loch Awe
Loch Awe Holiday Park is a prime location for fishing enthusiasts, with Loch Awe itself as the star attraction. Here, you can enjoy angling amidst secluded islands and bays, while also soaking in breathtaking views of Kilchurn Castle. The loch is teeming with a variety of fish, including wild brown trout, ferox trout, rainbow trout, salmon, sea trout, arctic char, pike, and perch. From March to October, the 24-mile shoreline offers an abundance of catches, making it a popular choice for anglers of all levels.
Coarse fishing is open year-round, while game fishing is available from March 15th to October 6th. For permits and boat rentals, contact Loch Awe Boats in Dalmally at 01866 833 256. Mackay’s Loch Fishery, near Oban, is renowned for fly fishing, offering opportunities for brown and rainbow trout fishing, even in the off-season. Enjoy your fishing adventure from a boat or the picturesque shoreline.
Visit our sister site, Drimsynie Holiday Village and enjoy our range of Go Cove Adventure Activities – Including Canoe with a View, Paddle boarding, Gorge walking and Climbing/Abseiling.
Paddleboarding
For those looking for a serene and scenic tour of the loch – and those that want to get themselves and others in for a dook! Open to all abilities – you don’t even need to stand up!
Gorge Walking
Get as wet as you want, whether you’re an ankle-deep adventurer or a full-immersion funster! Scramble, slide, and jump your way along one of our local gorges.
Canoe with a View
Join us on a relaxing canoe journey taking in the sights and sounds of Loch Goil. Sightings of seals are common. A “dry” on-water session with an opportunity to get wet at the end.
Mountain Climbing/Abseiling
Get the adrenaline pumping as you tackle some local mountainsides, whether that be on the way up – or the way down! All under the watchful eye of our trained instructor.