Bad Daraich

Wood, Forest in Dunbartonshire

Scotland

Bad Daraich

Village shop and Post Office Luss
Village shop and Post Office Luss Credit: John Ferguson

Bad Daraich, located in Dunbartonshire, Scotland, is a picturesque wood or forest that boasts an array of natural beauty and diverse flora and fauna. Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, it provides a serene and tranquil environment for visitors to enjoy.

The wood is primarily made up of native Scottish trees, including oak, birch, and rowan. These trees create a stunning canopy that offers shade during the summer months and a kaleidoscope of colors during the autumn. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich variety of wildflowers, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

Bad Daraich is home to a thriving ecosystem, with various species of birds, mammals, and insects inhabiting the area. Visitors may spot roe deer, red squirrels, and an array of woodland birds, including woodpeckers and owls. The wood also supports a diverse range of insect life, with butterflies, bees, and beetles being commonly sighted.

The wood offers several well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These trails wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and the nearby Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.

Bad Daraich provides an ideal location for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of nature. Its natural charm and diverse wildlife make it a must-visit destination for those looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Scottish woodlands.

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Bad Daraich Images

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Village shop and Post Office Luss
Village shop and Post Office Luss
Foxglove among bracken Bracken low down on the Glen Luss hillside has died down and been flattened by winter. The ground is covered in dry, brittle bracken except where new foxgloves have sprouted.
Foxglove among bracken
Bracken low down on the Glen Luss hillside has died down and been flattened by winter. The ground is covered in dry, brittle bracken except where new foxgloves have sprouted.
Gate onto the hill
Gate onto the hill
Fell runners descending from Beinn Dubh The runners are following the popular path that takes walkers to and from Luss village. Loch Lomond with Inchlonaig island lies beyond.
Fell runners descending from Beinn Dubh
The runners are following the popular path that takes walkers to and from Luss village. Loch Lomond with Inchlonaig island lies beyond.
The Luss Highland Gathering Ground In front of the grandstand can be seen the memorial to Sir Ian Colquhoun chieftain of the Luss Highland Gathering
The Luss Highland Gathering Ground
In front of the grandstand can be seen the memorial to Sir Ian Colquhoun chieftain of the Luss Highland Gathering
Eagle Sculpture outside Luss Visitor centre
Eagle Sculpture outside Luss Visitor centre
Luss Visitor Centre in the rain By car park in Luss
Luss Visitor Centre in the rain
By car park in Luss
Headland at Rhu wood across Luss Bay Taken just north of Pier. Ben Lomond in background
Headland at Rhu wood across Luss Bay
Taken just north of Pier. Ben Lomond in background
Loch Lomond Seaplane base G-MDJE ready for takeoff
Loch Lomond Seaplane base
G-MDJE ready for takeoff
Pier road from corner of Church Road
Pier road from corner of Church Road
Looking towards Luss Pier
Looking towards Luss Pier
Glendarroch Tearoom Glendarroch was the fictional placename of Luss, the outside set for the Scottish TV daytime soap "Take The High Road". But the Glendarroch Tearoom (as opposed to tea room at a later date) was very much real, but was closed when we got there.
Glendarroch Tearoom
Glendarroch was the fictional placename of Luss, the outside set for the Scottish TV daytime soap "Take The High Road". But the Glendarroch Tearoom (as opposed to tea room at a later date) was very much real, but was closed when we got there.
Luss beach, looking towards the jetty
Luss beach, looking towards the jetty
Sea-plane on the banks of Loch Lomond at Culag
Sea-plane on the banks of Loch Lomond at Culag
Rhu Wood Woodland on the west side of Loch Lomond, seen from the old alignment of the A82.
Rhu Wood
Woodland on the west side of Loch Lomond, seen from the old alignment of the A82.
Rhu Wood A path leaves a car park rather steeply. A possible route onto Mid Hill?
Rhu Wood
A path leaves a car park rather steeply. A possible route onto Mid Hill?
A82 The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long.
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A82
The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long. LinkExternal link
Bridge over the A82 The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long.
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Bridge over the A82
The A82 is a trunk road in Scotland. It is the principal route from Lowland Scotland to the western Scottish Highlands, running from Glasgow to Inverness, going by Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Fort William and the Great Glen. It is 167 miles long. LinkExternal link
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Bad Daraich is located at Grid Ref: NS3593 (Lat: 56.104947, Lng: -4.6433135)

Unitary Authority: Argyll and Bute

Police Authority: Argyll and West Dunbartonshire

What 3 Words

///attend.duty.liberated. Near Garelochhead, Argyll & Bute

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 56.104947,-4.6433135
Luss
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Bus Stop
Luss Village, Loch Lomond A82 Bus Bay
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Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
Luss Village, Loch Lomond A82 Bus Bay
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Luss
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Fast Food
Snack Shack
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Atm
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Toilets
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Alderdale Cottage
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Glenview B&B
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Bus Stop
Bus: yes
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Restaurant
The Village Rest
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Outdoor Seating: yes
Phone: +44 1436 860 220
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Fuel
Gulf
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Bus Stop
Bus: yes
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Telephone
Booth: KXPlus
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Bicycle Parking
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Drymendevin
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 15:30; Sa 12:00
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Seamark Mooring Category: buoy
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Collychippen
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Lat/Long: 56.102818/-4.648279
Loch Lomond Watersports
Building: roof
Leisure: sports_centre
Website: https://lochlomond-scotland.com
Lat/Long: 56.1037348/-4.6384721
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.1033548/-4.6490834
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 56.105495/-4.6430615
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