Local largely undiscovered excursions within 20km of Ullapool
Ullapool golf club follows the north shore of Lochbroom and offers a 9 hole challenge to even the most accomplished golfers in stunning seaside surroundings. Lunches and refreshments available on request for groups or parties wishing to sample the delights of this little known
golfing haven.
.
Ullapool hill walks lead from the centre of town up a well trodden path to the top which when reached offers magnificent views over the village and west to the outer isles. For the more energetic the path leads to longer walks through the hills with various options for returning to the village.
Leckmelm gardens, a Victorian Arboretum lying 3km south of the village is either a long walk or short taxi journey, the gardens with their magnificent towering trees and manicured lawns are well worth a visit for those seeking a true garden of refuge. Whilst there is no charge at present there is a donation box for contributions to the upkeep of the gardens.
Knockan Crag is renowned internationally due to the important geological feature that was first identified there. It is also one of the most important sites for understanding how the landscape of Northern Britain was formed. The rocks at and around Knockan Crag also record the last 3000 million years of history for the landmass that we now know as Scotland. Its Gaelic name is Creag a' Chnocain, meaning 'crag of the small hill', and is very suggestive of the rugged and wonderful scenery of the area.
