We are the Inverness Young Walkers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
This is a wonderful scenic walk, easily accessible from the centre of Ullapool. Depending on numbers, we have the option of breakfast in Cult Cafe (tried and tested by the walk leader - it's lovely, with vegan and gluten free options available) before the walk, once we've all met up.
Please note that the only bus we will be able to take back is the 18:30 Citylink service. We may well finish the walk a few hours before 18:30 - for those taking public transport, there is the option to explore Ullapool (and maybe grab a drink or fish and chips as an end-of-walk reward!), but if you'd rather not hang about in Ullapool for that long, it might be worth considering driving. If you are driving, please let me know if you're willing to car-share.
We will walk up the Ullapool Hill Path, taking in some (hopefully, depending on the weather!) spectacular views along Loch Broom. Once at the top, there is the option to detour to another viewpoint at the top of Meall Mòr, a rocky outcrop which requires a short climb. Then we will head further into the hills through open moorland towards Loch Achall and the Ullapool River. After following the river, the path winds through woodland back to the hill at the start of the walk, where we will retrace our steps back to the start.
*** Sign up by texting 07709860027 by 24th April *** Let the walk leader know whether you'd like to take the bus or drive. I can then send you further details about booking bus tickets/car sharing.
This route follows the 'Ullapool and Loch Achall' walk on Walkhighlands, which can be found here: https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/ullapool/lochachall.shtml
The paths and tracks are relatively clear and well-defined with some minor road sections too. There are some steep sections, particularly at the start of the walk on the Ullapool Hill Path.
Bring a packed lunch and plenty of water and snacks. Please also bring Walking Shoes/ Boots, Waterproofs, Extra Layers (inc. hat & gloves), Suncream; sun hat; sunglasses
For those taking public transport: please meet at Inverness Bus Station at 07:55 in time to catch the 08:10 bus to Ullapool (arriving in Ullapool at 09:30). what3words reference: ///escape.waving.loudly Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/nrhbQWKRF7AQJcmL9 For those driving: please meet at the entrance to Latheron Lane from the Latheron car park in Ullapool at 09:45. what3words reference: ///different.pioneered.reclining Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ocjpirh3roCxYLeP9 08:10 961 Citylink bus from Inverness Bus Station, arriving in Ullapool at 09:30. Only return bus option is 18:30, arriving in Inverness at 19:50. If anybody would prefer to drive, please let me know so we can facilitate car-sharing.
