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Fascinating Facts

Welcome to Lochaber Geopark

Fàilte gu pàirc-geòdha Loch Abair


The Lochaber area is renowned for Ben Nevis and for its spectacular scenery. The aim of Lochaber Geopark is to raise awareness of the extraordinary story behind the formation of the local landscape. Find out here about some of the amazing geological events which have shaped this part of the Highlands, also see local events or international earthquake information in our news section.


Ardnamurchan Point

Most Westerly Point

The Point of Ardnamurchan is the most westerly place on the British mainland. It is situated at just under 6° 14' W, which puts it significantly further west than Land's End (5° 43' W). It is reached by a single track road, and has a lighthouse and visitor centre.

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Desert sand dune

Past Environments

When 'Scotland' was first assembled together from different sections of crust it lay south of the equator. As it 'drifted' northwards the sediments subsequently laid down record a great range of different environments - from tropical forests to hot sandy deserts.

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