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Fèith an Lochain

Wood, Forest in Perthshire

Scotland

Fèith an Lochain

Forestry track, Tummel Forest The high ground in the distance is Creag of Tulloch
Forestry track, Tummel Forest Credit: jeff collins

Fèith an Lochain is a picturesque wood located in Perthshire, Scotland. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this enchanting forest is nestled within the stunning landscape of the Scottish Highlands. The wood is situated near the small village of Dunkeld, just a short distance from the banks of the River Tay.

Fèith an Lochain is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and avid walkers. The wood features a variety of tree species, including towering Scots pines, graceful birches, and vibrant rowans. These trees create a dense canopy that provides shelter to a multitude of wildlife, including red squirrels, roe deer, and a wide array of bird species.

Visitors can explore the wood through a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind their way through the forest. These paths cater to different abilities and offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Along the way, there are several picnic areas where visitors can relax and take in the tranquil atmosphere.

The wood also boasts a small loch, known as Lochan Fèith an Lochain, which adds to the area's natural charm. This serene body of water is home to various aquatic plants and attracts a variety of waterfowl, providing a delightful sight for visitors.

Overall, Fèith an Lochain offers a peaceful and enchanting escape into nature, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of Perthshire's woodlands.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 56.727928/-4.0032537 or Grid Reference NN7761. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Forestry track, Tummel Forest The high ground in the distance is Creag of Tulloch
Forestry track, Tummel Forest
The high ground in the distance is Creag of Tulloch
Storm damage, Tummel Forest A whole area of trees have been uprooted and some snapped like twigs in a past storm.
Storm damage, Tummel Forest
A whole area of trees have been uprooted and some snapped like twigs in a past storm.
Clear felled area, Tummel Forest With the replanted trees growing amongst the debris of the previous felled trees.
Clear felled area, Tummel Forest
With the replanted trees growing amongst the debris of the previous felled trees.
End of the track, Tummel Forest The track just runs out a little way ahead. From below Creag of Tulloch
End of the track, Tummel Forest
The track just runs out a little way ahead. From below Creag of Tulloch
Forestry track, Tummel Forest Steeper uphill section with a few bends.
Forestry track, Tummel Forest
Steeper uphill section with a few bends.
Mystery building, Tummel Forest Not sure what it's for, no windows at all and locked. Some sort of a store maybe.
Mystery building, Tummel Forest
Not sure what it's for, no windows at all and locked. Some sort of a store maybe.
View, Tummel forest Looking roughly West Southwest, not far from Cnoc Biorach. The flat area at the bottom of the slope in the foreground was marshy and not easy to cross.
View, Tummel forest
Looking roughly West Southwest, not far from Cnoc Biorach. The flat area at the bottom of the slope in the foreground was marshy and not easy to cross.
Forestry track, Tummel Forest I thought there may have been some sort of a view as the track descends from the higher part of the Tummel Forest, no chance of that just a wall of trees either side of the track.
Forestry track, Tummel Forest
I thought there may have been some sort of a view as the track descends from the higher part of the Tummel Forest, no chance of that just a wall of trees either side of the track.
Wet Woodland The path into the woodland on a very wet day
Wet Woodland
The path into the woodland on a very wet day
Inside Tummel Forest The forest path winds through some site dense forest in places
Inside Tummel Forest
The forest path winds through some site dense forest in places
Forestry path junction A junction in the path - a dead end to the left
Forestry path junction
A junction in the path - a dead end to the left
The hut at the end of the track A small forestry hut at the end of the track. One sees caravans more frequently nowadays
The hut at the end of the track
A small forestry hut at the end of the track. One sees caravans more frequently nowadays
Another junction The next junction on the forest path
Another junction
The next junction on the forest path
Forestry tracks in Errochty Forest Colin driving through forestry tracks in Errochty Forest as part of the McRae Stages Rally.
Forestry tracks in Errochty Forest
Colin driving through forestry tracks in Errochty Forest as part of the McRae Stages Rally.
Surge Shaft This huge water filled hole in the ground in the forest is the surge shaft connected to the tunnel from Loch Errochty to Errochty Power Station on Loch Tummel. Schiehallion is visible in the distance.
Surge Shaft
This huge water filled hole in the ground in the forest is the surge shaft connected to the tunnel from Loch Errochty to Errochty Power Station on Loch Tummel. Schiehallion is visible in the distance.
Bridge over Allt Mòr A simple forestry bridge. It's hardly a 'big' allt (stream).
Bridge over Allt Mòr
A simple forestry bridge. It's hardly a 'big' allt (stream).
Rowan tree among boulders and bracken
Rowan tree among boulders and bracken
Forestry track Could be anywhere but GPS says it's here!
Forestry track
Could be anywhere but GPS says it's here!
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Fèith an Lochain is located at Grid Ref: NN7761 (Lat: 56.727928, Lng: -4.0032537)

Unitary Authority: Perth and Kinross

Police Authority: Tayside

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