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The Lochaber area affords many activities for the
visitor -
In addition there are many interesting places
to visit.
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There is an extensive network of more than
22 miles of sign-posted forest roads and paths in the Leanachan
Forest commencing only 1/2 mile from Birchfield. There are
also paths in Glen Nevis and along the bank of the Caledonian
Canal, each just 3 miles distant. The tracks available to
mountain
bikers range from family fun routes to those which are
suitable only for the expert. An extreme 'downhill' track
operates in the summer from the ski centre and is accessed
by the mountain gondola lift. Mountain bikes can be hired
locally.
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Climb
Apart from the rough but well-trodden mountain
path from Fort William to the summit of Britain's highest
mountain, there are several other 'Munros' (mountains over
3000ft) within easy reach. The precipitous north face of Ben
Nevis, which is within easy walking distance of Birchfield,
affords experienced rock and ice climbers numerous classified
climbs with various grades of technical difficulty.
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Ski / Snowboard
Scotland's most recent ski development - The
Nevis Range - on the slopes of Aonach Mor is only 3 miles
away and is accessed by Scotland's only mountain gondola to
a height of 2150ft. Skiing and snowboarding equipment can
be hired locally. The gondola also runs throughout the summer
season. From the upper station there are signposted paths
to mountain viewpoints.
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Golf
Fort William golf course which welcomes visitors
is less than 1 mile distant on the main road into town. Clubs
can be hired at the course.
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Fish
Three stocked ponds for fly-fishing only are
close by at the Torlundy Trout Fishery.
Other fishing locations also exist within
a short travelling distance.
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Journey by Steam Train
The Jacobite Steam Train runs between Fort William and Mallaig some 42 miles west during the period mid May - mid October providing a scenic journey by loch, mountainside and seashore along the 'Road to the Isles'.
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