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Fort Augustus

Shoreland Lodges

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57.158°N, 4.664°W
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The first light over Loch Ness catches the lodges before it touches the village — you wake to that shimmer on dark water, the stillness only broken by the odd boat heading up the Caledonian Canal.

This is proper Great Glen territory, and Shoreland suits anyone after a base with a roof and a bit more comfort than canvas — couples wanting a long weekend on the loch, families who'd rather not wrestle with tent poles in Scottish weather, dog walkers (ask first) planning to tackle the South Loch Ness Trail. The chalets and camping pods give you the landscape without the flapping flysheet, and Fort Augustus village is close enough for supplies, a pint, and watching the lock gates work their magic.

Facilities aren't spelled out in detail, so check what's included when you book — some lodges are more self-contained than others. Campfires depend on the pitch and the season, so ask on arrival if you've brought marshmallows. It's a quiet, scenery-led kind of stay, the sort of place where you spend more time staring at the water than you'd planned.

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Weather Outlook
Current Conditions
14°C
Drizzle
6 mph
89%
7-Day Outlook
Today
19° / 14°
100%
Wed
17° / 14°
96%
Thu
15° / 12°
27%
Fri
15° / 12°
88%
Sat
14° / 13°
80%
Sun
16° / 12°
82%
Mon
14° / 11°
45%
Source: Open-Meteo · Updated hourly
Walks Nearby

Local walks within 10 km

8 routes found via OpenStreetMap

Great Glen Way

Follows the dramatic Great Glen fault line for 120km from Fort William to Inverness, mostly on flat canal towpaths and forest tracks with gentle gradients. Not suitable for buggies due to length and some rougher sections, but families can tackle shorter segments like the Caledonian Canal stretches. Dogs welcome throughout. You'll walk beside Loch Ness, Loch Oich and Loch Lochy with stunning Highland scenery, historic locks, and excellent wildlife spotting opportunities along this classic long-di

Hiking routeNational trail
1.22 km from campsite
Route length: 120 km

Great Glen Way High Route

Traverses the dramatic high-level alternative along the Great Glen, involving steep, sustained climbs and exposed ridgeline sections unsuitable for buggies or young children. Terrain is rugged moorland and mountain paths requiring good fitness and navigation skills. Dogs capable of hill walking are welcome but must be fit and under close control. Rewards with spectacular elevated views across Loch Ness and the surrounding Highlands, offering a challenging mountainous experience far beyond the st

Hiking routeNational trail
2.97 km from campsite

Juniper Walk

Follows a gentle, family-friendly trail through Scotland's Highlands, showcasing native juniper plants and woodland restoration efforts by Trees for Life. Mostly flat terrain on well-maintained paths suitable for buggies and young children. Dogs welcome on leads to protect wildlife and young plantings. Educational interpretation boards explain juniper's ecological importance and conservation, making this an easy, informative stroll perfect for nature-loving families wanting to learn about Scotla

Walking routeLocal network
6.99 km from campsite
Operator: Trees for Life

Boar Walk

Walking routeLocal network
7.17 km from campsite
Operator: Trees for Life

Great Glen Way High Route

Hiking routeNational trail
9.87 km from campsite

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Pubs & restaurants within 5 km

  • The Boathouse
    Restaurant 1.5 km~20 min walk
    Directions
  • Monster Fish and Chips
    Takeaway 1.7 km~20 min walkfish and chips
    Directions
  • The Moorings
    Restaurant 1.7 km~20 min walkburger;fish and chips;kebab;pizza;turkish
    Directions
  • Caledonian Canal Centre
    Cafe 1.8 km~20 min walk
    Directions
  • Bothy Bite
    Restaurant 1.9 km~20 min walkregional
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Data from OpenStreetMap · distances "as the crow flies" · walk times approximate

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