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Slaggan Ruinen

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Riverside, Valley, Mountain

Walking, Photography

Spring to Autumn

Photo: Richard Dorrell via Geograph.org.uk

Slaggan is a deserted crofting village beside a fine sandy bay on the coast of Wester Ross, west of the village of Mellon Udrigle. There is no road to it: the scattered stone ruins of the old township and its beach are reached on a walk of several miles over moorland, past a lily-covered loch. The v...

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3 day, 1 overnight

The Aultbea Hotel, Aultbea​

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Slaggan Ruinen?
Wester Ross holds these old coastal ruins along a quiet stretch of the Scottish Highlands. Walkers discover the remaining masonry on their way down to a beautiful white sandy beach.

What type of place is Slaggan Ruinen?
Slaggan Ruinen is an abandoned crofting village in the Northwest Highlands of Scotland.

When is the best time to visit Slaggan Ruinen?
Late September provides excellent atmospheric clarity and clears away the persistent summer midges. Spring and summer also offer pleasant daylight hours for exploring the coastal path before the weather turns cold.

What can you do at Slaggan Ruinen?
Hikers love walking past the freshwater loch to photograph the broken stone structures. People also enjoy having a picnic on the sandy shore, though dangerous coastal currents mean you should stay out of the water.

How long should I spend at Slaggan Ruinen?
Allocating half a day ensures you can complete the three-mile trek out and back without rushing. Spending a few hours lets you absorb the deep historical solitude of the empty shoreline.

Where do I park at Slaggan Ruinen?
Spaces for four vehicles sit near the start of the walking track, providing three day spots and one overnight space. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Slaggan Ruinen?
The Aultbea Hotel, Aultbea provides one place to get a meal in the wider region. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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