Travel Guide to Loch Ness by Jacobite - Dochgarroch Lock

Getting There

• Walk

  If you are starting from the city centre of Inverness, head southwest on Church Street toward Castle Street. Continue straight onto Castle Wynd and then onto Castle Road. After about 0.5 miles, you will reach the Inverness Castle. From there, follow the signs to the River Ness. Cross the bridge over the River Ness, and follow the riverbank path along the River Ness heading toward the Caledonian Canal. Once you reach the Caledonian Canal, turn left and continue walking along the canal path until you reach Dochgarroch Lock. It will be approximately a 1.5-mile walk from the city centre, taking around 30 minutes.

• Bus

  From Inverness city centre, walk to the bus stop located on Academy Street. Board the number 5 bus toward 'Dochgarroch'. The bus will take you directly to Dochgarroch, and the journey will take approximately 15 minutes. Once you arrive at Dochgarroch, it’s a short walk to Dochgarroch Cottages where the Loch Ness by Jacobite tours begin. Make sure to check the bus timetable ahead of time.

• Bike

  For those who prefer cycling, you can rent a bike from one of the rental shops in Inverness. Head towards the River Ness and follow the path along the river until you reach the Caledonian Canal. From there, follow the canal path toward Dochgarroch Lock. The total distance is about 2 miles and will take roughly 15–20 minutes cycling, depending on your pace.