Oban Area

[+chipstix]

Hi, we're off to the west coast of Scotland in about 10 days' time for our summer hols

 

Any cache recommendations? We're renting a holiday cottage north of Oban. (Nothing too strenuous please, I don't think I'm fit enough for, say, a hike up Ben Nevis )

Edited May 29, 2006 by chipstix

[+Simply Paul]

I didn't do any in the area when I was there in 2005, but this one is above Oban at a famous location I visited. I loved the spot, but couldn't do this cache because it hadn't been set yet

 

Enjoy your trip!

[+chipstix]

Thanks SP, I'll definitely put that one on the list.

[+Team Ballibeg]

There's a few to get on the way....

 

Firkin Point GCTP26

Rest and Be Thankful Too GCR3W8

The Butter Falls GCR2W4

"Real Handy" GCT89F

 

There's only a few near Oban, all worth a visit. I'd particularly recommend Anchored Down in Anchorage GCVBZV for its location. Duncan Ban MacIntyre GCM7AX near the north of Loch Awe has great views. There's a cluster of caches near Craobh Haven about 30 mins south of Oban. Search near this one to find them, Lunga Ridge Cache GCVQDA. If you go further south to Lochgilphead (where I am based!!) there's some lovely caches in locations with great views/locations. Search around this one Two to View GCQQ9Y.

 

If you need any more info on caches or the area drop me an email. The west is the bit I know best!

 

Dave

[+chipstix]

Thanks very much!

 

Last year we actually rented a cottage quite close to Lochgilphead - but we hadn't been introduced to geocaching then...

[+drums4monty]

I've been to Oban area for the last 3 years and going again this year. There quite a few caches in the area and some on the way to Fort William. One of the nicest in Oban itself is called Masterfull View.

Edited May 29, 2006 by drums4monty

[+Firth of Forth]

If any or all of you are planning to return to the west coast of Scotland next year, you might want to plan your hols to coincide with the last weekend in May, the traditional weekend of the annual Scottish Cache Bash. Rumour has it that the 2007 event will be held in the West

[+Flyfishermanbob]

All of the caches around Oban are enjoyable, however if you want to get away from it all, this has to be the one ....

Kerrera

[+NinjaPete]

Don't forget Alex's Oban Bypass

[+chipstix]

Thanks, guys, you've given us a lot to choose from!

 

Not sure what we're doing for our holiday next year - we don't think that far ahead - but will keep an eye out for the west coast bash if we're in the area at the right time.