Wildlife 
on the 
Ardnamurchan Peninsula

Amazing wildlife all around

 

Here are just some of the best trips and people to meet...

Ardmanurchan is famous for being home to most of Scotland's rare and wonderful wildlife. Otters, Red Deer, Pine Martens, Red Squirrels, and Golden Eagles.  All are regular visitors to the hotel and the loch as well as a myriad of sea birds along our shoreline. The haunting cry of the Oyster Catchers are a constant reminder of where you are and Kilcamb Lodge is perfectly placed to enjoy it all on our doorstep.

From Dolphin and Whale watching off the stunning coast to Otters at the bottom of the garden and Golden Eagles on one of the many trips in and around the area.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Garbh Eileen Wildlife Hide - on our doorstep!

Hide is worth a special mention as it's a great place to see the local wildlife, involves just a short,  steady walk, and is not far out of from Kilcamb Lodge. Just turn left out of our drive, take the A816 west for about 4¼ miles (7 km). Garbh Eilean car park is on the left. PH36 4HY is the nearest postcode.  Here you can watch seals bask on the rocks, view the heronry on the rocks opposite. 

 

The shores of Loch Sunart are home to some of the finest temperate oakwoods in the British Isles. These semi-natural woodlands are home to some of Europe’s best collections of lichens, mosses and liverworts. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Puffins & whale watching

AA fantastic day out and a "must do" trip showcasing some iconic and not to be missed sights in the waters off the West coast of Scotland.  All are easily completed in a one day boat trip which will take your breath away.

Puffins are some of the most tame and adorable species of Scottish birds and they are plentiful on Staffa from May to July.  You can sit amongst them and enjoy their endeering antics off the cliffs of Staffa.  Staffa is also the rock which houses the famous “Fingals Cave”  The inspiration for the wonderful Mendelssohn overture written in 1829.  Basking Sharks are the largest of all the shark species but completely harmless, feeding on plankton which they filter through their ever open mouths as they swim along.  They can easily be sighted on both outward and return journeys on this magical trip.

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Otter spotting

 

If you are looking for Otters, then Andy Jackson is the man to see. He has a wonderful video of one of his nature "otter spotting" trips and is something of an expert on their habits and more importantly their whereabouts!!

If you are lucky, you may get a sighting at the Wildlife hide just 20 minutes from Kilcamb. Many sightings have been logged but its a nice wee walk as well!

For more information Click http://scotland.forestry.gov.uk/visit/garbh-eilean-wildlife-hide

We also see otters regularly at Kilcamb Lodge, as well as Pine Martens and Stags and even Golden Eagles so be sure to keep a watchfull eye open at all times!!

 

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Pine Martens

 

Pine martens are elusive creatures, but they are indeed present in the forests and woodlands of the Ardnamurchan Peninsula, including Strontian, where Kilcamb Lodge is located.

🦝 About Pine Martens

Scientific Name: Martes martes

Appearance: Pine martens are sleek, agile animals with a distinctive yellowish-orange throat patch. They are somewhat similar to a small, slender weasel or marten and are known for their agility in trees.

Habitat: They prefer wooded areas with plenty of trees for climbing, and they are often found in mature forests or forested hills like those around Strontian.

📍 Where to See Pine Martens Near Strontian

Ardnamurchan Peninsula

The forests and woodlands around Strontian, especially areas like Glenborrodale and the Glenmore Forest, are prime spots for pine martens.

The region is also known for its low human population density, which gives wildlife, like pine martens, a peaceful environment.

Kilcamb Lodge Area

If you're staying at Kilcamb Lodge, the surrounding woodland areas offer opportunities to spot pine martens. These creatures are more active at dawn and dusk, so you might be lucky if you're out for a stroll in the early evening.

Nature Reserves

Some of the local wildlife reserves and forests in the region, like those near Ardmore and Ariundle Oakwood, are known to have good populations of pine martens. These areas are more remote and have an excellent natural habitat for the species.

👀 Tips for Spotting Pine Martens

Dusk and Dawn: Pine martens are most active during the early morning and late evening, so try to head out at those times.

Look in Trees: Since they are excellent climbers, keep an eye on tree branches and canopy areas.

Look for Tracks: Pine martens leave distinctive paw prints in soft ground, so if you’re walking through forests, you might find these as a sign of their presence.

🐾 Pine Marten Conservation

Pine martens were once nearly extinct in parts of Scotland but have been making a strong recovery due to conservation efforts. The Ardnamurchan Peninsula is one of the places where they are thriving again, thanks to these efforts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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