NORTH WEST HIGHLANDS UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK

Expert tuition by Geopark staff will help you to interpret the geology of this wild and remote highland landscape.

As home of the oldest rocks in Europe, the first identified thrust fault, the oldest and biggest meteorite impact ejecta and with evidence of the earliest life; the North West Highlands Geopark really is the “Cradle of Geology”.

5th – 11th June (spaces available)
11th – 17th September (fully booked)

Find out more information on Geotours

Find out the latest on the 1.2 billion year old Meteorite Strike

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, thriving communities – North West Highlands Geopark offers one of the best opportunities to explore wild places in Europe. 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.