What's here? at Loch na Muilne
Available on site
3 spaces. A small carpark is located at the end of the road through Arnol crofting village, 400m from the reserve.
Please can visitors be aware that when visiting Loch na Muilne cars should only be parked in our car park and not the Historic Scotland car park adjacent, thank you.
Best viewed from the viewing cairn and seating area situated approximately 100 m from, and overlooking, the two lochs. There is an interpretation panel here.
Pass through the gate to the north of the reserve carpark and follow a waymarked route to the viewing cairn, 400m away.
During the breeding season marker posts are installed taking you on a route from the viewing cairn towards the coast with good views over the loch.
There are coastal walks following the sea cliffs both to the north and south of the reserve.
Please stay on the waymarked route, following marker posts and do not approach the loch edge during the breeding season as this could cause disturbance to nesting birds.
Not available on site
There are no toilets here. Nearest accessible facilities are in Stornoway, 15 miles (24 km) away. Facilities can also be found at Arnol Blackhouse Museum. These are not public toilets, but the museum is another visitor destination.
There are no toilets here. Nearest baby changing facilities are in Stornoway, 15 miles (24 km) away. Facilities can also be found at Arnol Blackhouse Museum. These are not public toilets, but the museum is another visitor destination.
Prior to your visit, please contact the reserve directly for detailed information.
Prior to your visit, please contact the reserve directly for detailed information.
There are no toilets here. Nearest public toilets are at Dalmor beach, 8 miles (12 km) south on the A858. Facilities can also be found at Arnol Blackhouse Museum. These are not public toilets, but the museum is another visitor destination.
BBQs are a fire risk, endangering other people and the precious wildlife and habitats here. They are not permitted on the reserve at any time.
There is no visitor centre here and this reserve does not have any staff on site.
There is no cafe or shop here, the nearest place for food and drinks is at Bragar, two miles to the South. We recommend you bring your own food and drinks if this is likely to affect your visit.
Restrictions
This nature reserve is in an important place for wildlife. RSPB Scotland welcomes responsible access, in line with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. During the ground-nesting bird breeding season (1 April to 15 August) please keep your dog under close control.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all parts of the reserve.