With glistening water to one side and vast mountains to the other, the 129-mile Argyll coastal route is one of Scotland’s most beautiful road trips. It highlights all of Scotland’s incredible diversity with an eclectic mix of nature, history, and culture, beginning with Britain’s largest inland stretch of water and ending with its highest mountain.
Loch Lomond
Loch Fyne
Inverary
Auchindrain
Kilmartin Glen
Our next highlight is Kilmartin Glen, known for for its extensive collection of Neolithic and Bronze Age remains including burial cairns, standing stones, monuments, and rock art. The area itself is perfect for a walk if you are looking to stretch your legs or head straight to the Kilmartin Museum to see the fascinating finds from archaeological digs in the area.
Take a Detour
With route like this one, the drive is as much a part of the adventure as anything else, and with a motorhome, you have the flexibility to detour as you please. One you may want to think about is a trip over to Easedale Island where you can join a Seafari adventure to see porpoises, dolphins, and seals as well as the World’s third-largest whirlpool! Otherwise keep heading up towards Oban and another chance to stock up on seafood as well as whisky, chocolate, and ice cream – it’s the place to be for local food and drink. If you have the time while you’re there, wander up Battery hill to McCaig’s tower, a monument built in 1897 for the McCaig family. The views are spectacular, and the gardens are lovely and relaxing too.
Castle Stalker
On to the home stretch, you’ll want your camera ready as you drive along the shores of Loch Linnhe, a sea loch known for its spectacular sunsets. You’ll be spoilt for places to stop but one to have in your sights is Castle Stalker View, a café, gift shop and wildlife hub overlooking Castle Stalker – a four-storey tower house on Loch Laich. There’s even a wildlife camera if you like to get up close with nature.
Glencoe Folk Museum
If you have time, the Glencoe Folk museum is worth a visit. Set in traditional 18th century thatched cottages it houses an array of relics that’ll transport you through history and the lives of Glencoe residents.
Fort William
An end spot to rival the start, Fort William is known as the gateway to Ben Nevis and the outdoor capital of Scotland. There’s stunning mountain scenery and many opportunities for adventure whether you like relaxing walks, heartbeat-raising hikes or adrenaline-pumping mountain bike tracks. You could even head up Ben Nevis or continue your experience with either the West Highland Way or Great Glen Way.
Explore the Argyll coast in a Motorhome Hire
If the Argyll coastal route appeal to you then there’s no better way to see it than by luxury motorhome. Travel at your own pace and take whatever detours you fancy, never having to worry about where you’ll sleep each night. Take a look at our range of motorhomes for hire or contact us to find out more.
