We have had some great weather over the Easter 2009 break, recovering from nasty virus and nursing a knee injury that I hoped had responded to physio treatment I decided to make the most of the sunshine and head out for some easy walks. On Sunday I did an easy stroll around Kinlochleven, starting at the Grey Mare's Waterfall car park and walking up to Mamore Lodge and back down. Spring was in the air and the birch woods lower down and coming into leaf. Higher up any snow left on the mountain tops is in retreat.

On Easter Monday I ventured further afield using a Hallewell Pocket Walking Guide for North Argyll. The walk started at Bon Awe quarry, and followed Loch Etive. The start of the walk is confusing as the right of way is signed through a working quarry. I would recommend going when the quarry is shut and driving through and parking just beyond. The quarry is not an area you would want to take young children. After that you can walk as far (or not) as you want along a good landrover track. There are beautiful views over Loch Etive to the back of Glencoe and Beauchaille Etive Mor, Ben Starav and across to Ben Cruachan. There are little beaches and fishing spots along the shore and lovely indigenous woodland. I walked for about 2 1/2 hours in shirt sleeves and shorts!

On both days I had a great afternoon out, getting great views with not too much effort - both walks could be done by everyone in the family - except babes in buggies.

Anna

posted by Outdoor Capital of the UK @ 10:48 AM