Ardroy on Loch Goil: Our Location and How to Find Us

A sea loch. Ancient rainforest. An extraordinary setting.

The adventure begins as the mountains come into view.

With every bend in the road, everyday routines feel a little further away. Then Loch Goil opens before you: a sea loch framed by steep mountains and wooded shores.

A place that becomes part of the experience

Out onto the sea loch

Loch Goil brings a sense of scale and possibility to an Ardroy visit. From the water, the mountains look different. Paddling together, learning new skills and exploring the shoreline give groups a fresh perspective on the landscape and on themselves.

Into Scotland’s rainforest

Nearby Cormonachan Community Woodland is part of Scotland’s rainforest. Ancient oak and hazel woodland creates a remarkable setting for exploration, environmental learning and woodland skills.

Looking closely reveals another world: mosses, ferns, lichens and the habitats that make this woodland special.

Among the mountains

The surrounding hills offer opportunities for walking, navigation and shared challenges. Different terrain gives people new ways to contribute, practise skills and experience the satisfaction of making progress together.

Worth the journey

Coming to Ardroy gives your group time away from familiar surroundings and space to focus on something different.

The sea loch, rainforest and mountains create opportunities for adventure, discovery and connection. Our instructors help turn those opportunities into experiences shaped around your people and what you want them to gain.

For schools, that might mean greater independence and stronger friendships. For a workplace team, it might be clearer communication or time to reconnect. Every visit begins with its own purpose.

 

Find Ardroy

Ardroy Outdoor Education Centre
Lochgoilhead
Argyll
PA24 8AE

Telephone: 01301 703353 or 01301 703391

Ardroy is on the western shore of Loch Goil, approximately one mile beyond the turn towards Carrick Castle near Lochgoilhead.

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Directions: Google Maps

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Driving from Glasgow and the central belt

  1. Follow the A82 north along Loch Lomond towards Tarbet.

  2. At Tarbet, take the A83 towards Arrochar and Campbeltown.

  3. Continue through Arrochar and up Glen Croe to the Rest and Be Thankful.

  4. Turn left onto the road signposted for Lochgoilhead.

  5. Follow the single-track road for approximately six miles.

  6. Just before Lochgoilhead village, turn right towards Carrick Castle.

  7. Continue around the head of the loch for approximately one mile. Ardroy is on your left.

Travelling from Edinburgh, Fife or elsewhere

Plan your journey from your actual starting point to Ardroy Outdoor Education Centre, PA24 8AE. Routes to the A82 and A83 vary depending on where you begin.

For the usual final approach from the A83, follow the Lochgoilhead directions above.

If you are arranging group transport, share these directions with your driver before the visit. Contact us if you would like to discuss the final approach.

““Ardroy was the most amazing experience I have ever had. I’ve learned so much over the past five days and would 100 per cent go back.””
— Murron Turner

Ready for your next achievement?

Whether you need to build your skills, find an expedition or organise a programme for your group, talk to Ardroy about your next step.

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