The PaddlerUK magazine March 2015 issue 1 | Page 48

ThePaddlerUK 48

For those of you interested
in what lies beneath our feet, the rocks you’ll find in
the Inverpolly area, and indeed that run up the north
west coast of Scotland, are about as old as it gets, in
geological terms. These rocks provide the foundation
for a stunning landscape, which is so different to what
you see anywhere else in the country. Indeed, the
North West Highlands has Geopark status, endorsed
by UNESCO as an area with a high quality of
geological heritage (http://www.nwhgeopark.com).

As you approach the reserve, the landscape becomes
more barren; only after a while does it dawn on you
that you haven’t see many trees recently. You’ll see
plenty in the way of water, with lochs and lochans
stretching off into the distance as you drive up the A835
towards Elphin. Even in the height of summer this area
will remain relatively quiet and should you decide to
take your canoe