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Views from the High Road – Descent Through Phemies Wood loop from Ariundle Oakwood National Nature Reserve

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Views from the High Road – Descent Through Phemies Wood loop from Ariundle Oakwood National Nature Reserve

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Views from the High Road – Descent Through Phemies Wood loop from Ariundle Oakwood National Nature Reserve

02:13

8.22km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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551 m

Known locally as the "High Road" the views to Sgurr Dhomhnhuill and over the village are great. This road has a rough surface which, after rain, get's churned up by cattle who can often be found on the track.

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4.15 km

Descent Through Phemies Wood

Highlight • Trail

This is all dog walking area, but the tight bends here make it easy to sneak up on people. You're allowed to ride here - 2003 access legislation applies to cyclists and pedestrians provided they behave responsibly.

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4.37 km

Ardnastaing Common Grazings Ancient Tree

Highlight • Natural

5.42 km

Strontian Village Shop and Post Office

Highlight • Settlement

One of the best placed to pick up supplies.

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5.45 km

Café Sunart and KeyStore, Strontian Village Green

Highlight • Rest Area

The village of Strontian offers a well-stocked village store and cafe on a large green with picnic bench. It's a rare opportunity to find shops in the area, so worth a stopping at.

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7.36 km

Ariundle Café, Restaurant and Hostel

Highlight • Restaurant

Run by Kate Campbell, this is a cafe during the day and restaurant at night. There's a nice independent hostel (or bunkhouse) here too, a campsite in the village and lots of B&Bs.

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7.37 km

Ariundle Centre Tearoom and Bunkhouse

Highlight • Cafe

8.22 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.69 km

2.02 km

1.71 km

610 m

166 m

Surfaces

2.41 km

2.10 km

1.73 km

1.31 km

638 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 6 July

14°C

12°C

86 %

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