Foyers Bay, Loch Ness, Scotland

LOCAL AREAThings to do in Foyers, Loch Ness, Scotland. Falls of Foyers.

Falls of Foyers

Walk out of our front gate, turn left and you are  in the forest that hides the famous Falls of Foyers. Stunning to see any time of the year.

The woods at Foyers Waterfall

Dores Beach

This circular walk starting at the Dores Inn will take you along the pebble beach, where you can enjoy amazing views of Loch Ness. Follow the woodland path along the shore line to Aldourie and around Torr Point to return to the Dores Inn. A great walk to spot wildlife such as red squirrels.

Fort Augustus

Lying on the impressive 60 mile long Caledonian Canal, halfway between Inverness and Fort William, Fort Augustus offers spectacular views down Loch Ness and is a paradise for keen walkers and cyclists with many beautiful walks around the area, the most popular being the Great Glen Way.

Cawdor Castle

Cawdor Castle dates from the late 14th century, built as a private fortress by the Thanes of Cawdor. An ancient medieval tower built around the legendary holly tree.

Moray Firth Dolphins

The Moray Firth is the best place in the UK to spot wild dolphins

Loch Ness Marathon

The Baxters Loch Ness Marathon is quite possibly one of the most stunning marathons in the world. With spectacular scenery, fantastic atmosphere and a truly memorable experience – it’s no wonder it was voted in the top 10 UK marathons by Runner’s World readers in 2016 and is on the bucket list for many runners from around the world.

The Wildcat Trail

The trail passes along the banks of three rivers, including the great River Spey, through a gorge and past a waterfall. You will see magnificent views of the Cairngorm & Monadhliath Mountains.

A wonderfully varied, waymarked path encircling the village of Newtonmore.

Culloden Battlefield

Visit the powerfully emotive and atmospheric battlefield where the 1745 Jacobite Rising came to a tragic end.

Inverness Highland Games

Visit the World’s oldest Highland Games Stadium Northern Meeting Park for the 2020 Highlands Strongest Man and Strongest Woman Championships.

City of Inverness

Uncover a world steeped in history and untouched by time. Visit Inverness Castle, go Dolphin watching, enjoy the delights of Leaky’s Bookshop and eat the best seafood in Scotland.