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Wild Swimming Spot

Woodland, Mountain, Riverside

Swimming

March to October

Lettermay Burn is home to a variety of small waterfalls as well as plunge pools, making it the ultimate secluded wild swimming spot!

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4 day, 3 overnight

The Shore House Inn – Lochgoilhead, The Goil Inn – Lochgoilhead, The Lochgoilhead Hotel Bar – Lochgoilhead

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Where is Lettermay Burn?
Scotland hosts this beautiful highland stream right near Loch Goil. Hikers usually find the spot by following a rough forest track through the trees.

What type of place is Lettermay Burn?
Lettermay Burn is a wild swimming spot in the Argyll Forest Park in Scotland.

When is the best time to visit Lettermay Burn?
Spring morning hours provide the best atmospheric clarity for an uninterrupted swim. March to October brings the right seasonal window before the deepest winter freeze sets in.

What can you do at Lettermay Burn?
Plunging into the freezing mountain depths offers an intense, revitalising dip for brave swimmers. People also enjoy walking along the watercourse to see the tumbling cascades and small waterfalls.

How long should I spend at Lettermay Burn?
Spending around two hours gives you ample time to enjoy a proper swim and heat up with some hot tea. A longer stay works well if you want to explore the surrounding woodland trails.

Where do I park at Lettermay Burn?
Space for seven vehicles exists nearby, split between four day spots and three overnight spaces. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Lettermay Burn?
The Shore House Inn, The Goil Inn, and The Lochgoilhead Hotel Bar offer three spots to get a meal nearby. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Lettermay Burn?
There are no staycation spots recorded immediately near Lettermay Burn, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

1 July 2026 at 00:00:00

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