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Ganavan Sands Beach – Dunstaffnage Castle loop from Ganavan

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Ganavan Sands Beach – Dunstaffnage Castle loop from Ganavan

Moderate

4.6

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Ganavan Sands Beach – Dunstaffnage Castle loop from Ganavan

02:05

7.57km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Waypoints

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Parking

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142 m

Dougie Dan's Food Stall and Public Toilets

Highlight • Cafe

there's even a defibrillator for emergencies 👍

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268 m

Ganavan Sands Beach

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German English

Ganavan Sands is located north of Oban in Argyll & The Isles. This picturesque sandy beach offers easy access, ample parking (not free) and great views of Mull, …

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1.82 km

Aonadh Beag Viewpoint

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The view over the Atlantic Ocean is just stunning from this grassy hill. Enjoy!

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3.91 km

Dunstaffnage Chapel Ruins

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Nice little forest hiding the ruins of Dunstaffnage Chapel. The forest is quite muddy in places.

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4.08 km

Dunstaffnage Castle

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Dunstaffnage Castle is a historic stronghold located on the west coast of Scotland, near Oban. It dates back to the 13th century and has played an important part in Scottish …

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4.57 km

View of Ardmucknish Bay and the Isle of Lismore

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Wonderful view toward Ardmucknish Bay and the Isle of Lismore as you make your way along the coastline.

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7.57 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.73 km

870 m

493 m

447 m

Surfaces

4.15 km

1.65 km

1.26 km

386 m

106 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 18 May

15°C

9°C

84 %

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Ganavan Sands Beach – Dunstaffnage Castle loop from Ganavan

Dougie Dan's Food Stall and Public Toilets

Ganavan Sands Beach

Aonadh Beag Viewpoint

Dunstaffnage Chapel Ruins

Dunstaffnage Castle

View of Ardmucknish Bay and the Isle of Lismore

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