Kintail & Morvich

Morvich Farm
Inverinate
Kyle
Ross-shire
IV40 8HQ


A magnificent stretch of West Highland scenery, the 17,422-acre estate includes the Falls of Glomach and the Five Sisters of Kintail (four of them over 3,000ft). There is a Countryside Centre at Morvich Farm, off A87, which is also the best access point to the mountains. The site of the Battle of Glen Shiel (1719) is approximately 5 miles east of the village.

Additional Information:

  • Morvich outdoor centre: hostel accommodation
  • Ranger service
  • Literature

     

    Opening Times
    (2007 times)
    Estate All year Daily.

    Countryside Centre at Morvich (unstaffed):
    31st March to 30th September:
    Daily 9.00am - 10.00pm.

    Admission Charges
    (2007 prices)
    No charge but honesty box for car park.

    Directions
    North of A87, 16 miles east of Kyle of Lochalsh.
    Bus from Inverness and Glasgow (Skyeways)
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