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Part of the Lochaber snorkel trail!
A family-friendly spot for a snorkel and picnic, Loch Linnhe is a haven for marine life with lots to see underwater.
The beach to the south side is suitable for beginners while the
headland area will allow advanced snorkellers to explore the deeper habitat and environment.
By road
Follow the A82 north towards Fort William. Loch Linnhe picnic area is 1.8 miles north of Corran; pull off the main road into the car park (charges may apply). Both snorkel zones are easily accessible on either side of the protruding rocky headland.
Access Google Maps location pin here (TBC).
By rail
The nearest train station is Fort William (6.9 miles away)
By bus
Bus services are provided locally by Shiel Buses (Busaichean Seile).
Provided by Google Maps
Here is the wind forecast and tide times for this snorkel site. It is your responsibility to assess whether these conditions are suitable for snorkelling.
Other considerations
Please be a responsible snorkeller; do not touch, take or tease wildlife.
This area is home to internationally important colonies of breeding seabirds (April-September) and seals (harbour seals June-July, grey seals August-December). Please behave responsibly and stay distant, wildlife should be left undisturbed. For more information see sealalliance.org and nature.scot. Avoid disturbing ground-nesting birds and livestock; follow the Outdoor Access and Marine Wildlife Watching codes.
Snorkelling can be dangerous and is done entirely at your own risk. Information is provided free of charge; it is your responsibility to check the conditions present on the day and assess whether it is safe to snorkel.
Please read our top tips to being a safe and responsible snorkeller.
Share your snorkel stories #ScottishSnorkelTrails
We have worked hard with coastal communities and organisations across Scotland to create these snorkel trails, to:
We would therefore love to hear your feedback on how you’ve found using them! From photos, videos and artwork to posts, blogs and more – every piece of little or large feedback will be read and valued! You can share them with us via email (livingseas@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk), Facebook (@Scottish Wildlife Trust) or Bluesky (@scotwildlife.bsky.social) – use the #ScottishSnorkelTrails.
FURTHER READING
Nearby reserves
Camusdarach Beach
Prince’s Cairn, Loch Nan Uamh
Ardnastang
Lochaline
Bishop’s bay
Local group
Local Group 1
