Since opening last year, the Sustrans bike track between Glenachulish and the Holly Tree Hotel has been very popular. No matter when you go, you'll always meet someone making use of this great new facility. We like it because its one of the few places you can go with children that has a good surface, isn't full of steep gradients and is safe from traffic. Oh, that and the Holly Tree Hotel at the end of it, where you can sit out on the deck and feel like you're on holiday, even though you are in fact just a few miles from home.
At present, the route is quite short and for those without young children, it might not be worth the effort of driving to Glenachulish. However, the route from Fort William to Oban is under development and other sections are nearing completion. Try from Creran Bridge to the Sea Life Centre for example (but don't hold out much hope of a tea and a bun there unless you pay the full entry price - which is a bit odd)We understand that the route which terminates at the old Ballachulish Ferry railway station at present (look on the left as you approach Ballachulish Bridge and you see the tarmac track) is soon to be extended to Glencoe village. Here's hoping, as a safe cycle track by the incredibly busy A82 will be a real benefit to the entire area.
Want to try this but haven't brought your bike? Hire a bike locally at Crankitup Gear in Glencoe village.
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