Beavers in the forest and nature centre, Scotland The rustic information centre here is a trove of knowledge about the nature of the forest and beavers in particular since they have been reintroduced to improve the environment.
Knapdale forest dog walk near Crinan, Scotland Excellent part of the massive forest for walking dogs. There are several marked trails and on a clear day the views are spectacular.
Dog-friendly beach walk off the A83 near Campbeltown, Scotland Large sandy beach with no dog restrictions. Easy to park and get to from the A83.
Galloway Forest dog walk near Newton Stewart, Scotland An easy dog walk up to a monument, not celebrating a military hero for once but a local shepherd lad who became a respected academic in Edinburgh. Kudos indeed.
Lochside dog-friendly hotel, Scotland Expect oodles of Highland charm and comfort at the dog-friendly hotel and country inn on the lochside here. It's traditional hospitality with modern comforts. Lovely!
Romantic Castle Ruins and dog-friendly beach, Scotland A small castle ruin with magnificent views across the water and loads of romantic atmosphere. Active dogs will want more of a walk, or could swim from the beach. This is just a short stop.
A dog walk along the Caledonian canal, Scotland A chance to take a good look at a really impressive flight of locks and walk the dog too. The town is attractive and you'll find a number of dog-friendly cafes.
Prehistoric burial cairns from Outlander, Scotland This atmospheric ancient site is lovely for a short visit with the dog. Many people will recognise the burial cairns from the Outlander series.
A9 Battlefield dog walk and visitor centre, Scotland Dogs will love the big open spaces here and so will battle enthusiasts of all ages. The visitor centre has a lovely shop, and you'll find big bowls of dog water around the site.
Littlemill forest dog walk A9 northbound, Scotland The dog walk here is a real hidden gem. And the geological features are interesting for curious people too. Not too far from the A9 heading north and well worth an explore.
Trossachs Pier dog walk and cruises, Scotland We saw a lot of dogs hopping on and off the loch ferry cruise boats here. If you fancy a short cruise they leave regularly and give you an unrivalled view of the loch.
Skipness Castle and seafood cafe, Scotland Today the castle looks a tad forlorn, but back in the day it was a vibrant centre and visitors came by sea. Dogs are welcome around the ruins and there's a seafood cafe next door.
