NORTH WEST HIGHLANDS UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK

We are ready to welcome customers to the ROCK STOP.

Serving Homemade soup, Hot and cold drinks and a selection of sandwiches made to order by our professional and welcoming catering team. Enjoy a drink and a snack in our outdoor seating area or take your lunch away with you on your exploration of our beautiful countryside.

Now open Monday to Friday from 10.00 until 16.30hrs. Open Saturday and Sunday from 12.00 until 16.30hrs. Last indoor service at 16.00hrs.

Learn more about the makeup and geology of Quinag, one of the Geopark’s iconic mountains, in this new article by Geopark Geologist Pete Harrison.

Located near the Rock Stop at Unapool and easily accessible for walkers, Quinag encompasses almost 3 billion years of geology. You will discover the various rock types and now they came together over millions of years to create the mountain we see today.

View the mountain through 3D images which illustrate the interaction of the various rock groups and learn to spot features of interest such as unconformities (where the differing rock types meet) to help you recognise them in the landscape.

The Geology Of Quinag

Plan Your Visit

Whatever your interests and however you choose to travel, the Geopark has some fantastic activities and amenities on offer for everyone, all year round. Search for activities or accommodation, download leaflets and put together an itinerary that will suit the whole family.

Landscape

Stunning mountain landscapes, clean sandy beaches, ancient settlements, living communities – Find out about the building blocks of our Geopark here.

Visitor Centre

The North West Highlands Geopark visitor centre and central hub. Cafe, local crafts and Earth Science interactive exhibition.

Pebble Routes

Are you looking for things to do in the North West Highlands? Pebble Routes are self guided trails allowing you to explore the lesser-traveled by-roads of the North West Highlands Geopark.
These driving and cycling routes through some of the nation’s best roads take in small communities and hidden treasures.