The great outdoors

The Isle of Arran is one of the best places in Scotland to experience outdoor activities.

With its rugged mountains, sheltered coastline, lush forests and green fields, the island is a wonderful natural adventure playground.

Here there is an opportunity to try something new and exciting – sea kayaking, sailing, abseiling and gorge walking to name just a few.

People come to Arran for all sorts of reasons, but did you know that walking is by far the most popular activity of all?

And whether it’s serious hillwalking, taking a stroll with the kids or just getting some fresh air Arran has something for everyone.

Arran is the seventh largest island in Scotland and for an area covering 268 square miles it is packed with things to see and do while still being able to offer large swathes of unspoilt natural beauty catering for visitors of all types.

With a local population of around 4,500 you can also be guaranteed of being able to get away from the crowds, if that is what you want, and enjoy Arran’s natural beauty in near solitude.

One of the largest draws for the thousands of visitors that arrive each year is undoubtedly the unspoilt natural beauty and picture postcard views around every corner. For the outdoor enthusiasts, the natural beauty of the mountain ranges in the north of the island could provide all of the scenic walking and exploring that the modern day adventurer could attempt, enough for numerous visits. From Goatfell, Arran’s highest peak at 2,866ft, you can see the ridges of most of the mountains and glens that can be traversed, most of them accessible with very well maintained pathways and signposted trails. Whether you are looking for a overnight walk, an epic adventure or something less challenging and relaxing, you are guaranteed to find something on Arran suitable to your energy level and enthusiasm while enjoying the great outdoors.