Loch Migdale from Torroy: Spinningdale pinewood and loch shore walk

Start at the Woodland Trust Torroy car park off Fairy Glen Road, above Spinningdale. Follow the woodland entrance past Torroy, take the path west to the minor road, then follow the road briefly uphill to the signed woodland track on the left. Keep to the Loch Migdale route through the pinewood, staying on the broad lower track at the junction for the hill walks. At the east end of the loch continue along its northern shore to where the track meets the road near the western end. Return by the same route to Torroy.

The outward leg crosses the varied woods above Spinningdale Bog before reaching the long loch shore. The pinewoods were used by Canadian foresters during the Second World War, and today support crossbills and red squirrels. Wildlife sightings are a possibility rather than a promise. This is the Woodland Trust loch route, without the steep climb onto A Chraisg.

Allow about 2 hours 30 minutes for the return walk. There are grassy, gravelly and rough sections, short slopes, a kissing gate and steps near the start. Paths can be wet and slippery, especially in winter. The short road section has no dedicated pavement, so watch for vehicles and keep dogs under close control. Use the marked routes and bridges, keep away from the water edge and follow any local forestry notices. No toilets are provided in the wood; the nearest are in Bonar Bridge. Parking is at Torroy rather than the informal roadside entrances.

Route and access information: Woodland Trust Ledmore and Migdale visitor page and walking map.