Inverness

Inverness

Paddle on the Picturesque Caledonian Canal

About

AquaPaddle Inverness is based at Dochgarroch Locks, by the An Talla, Café and Shop, just to the south of Inverness. There is plenty of parking and a good safe launch site. The route is heading north from the lock area towards Inverness through wooded banks and fields. As the route is on the Caledonian Canal it is resistant to the effects of rainfall.

The meeting point is located just to the north of the lock

The route is downstream towards Inverness through beautiful Highland countryside, with view of the distant hills and mountains of the Highlands.
Staring adjacent to the end of the 1st pontoon head East along the canal toward Inverness. At the flag 2.5k along turn round and head back. Simple as that!
Stay to the right of the canal each direction (opposite to driving).
https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2426704

AquaPaddle Inverness is run by Tom along with his brilliant Crew of volunteers. If you would like to Volunteer and become a member of the local Crew, please contact the local AquaPaddle Captains through the Discord Comms System or email AquaPaddle

The River Ness runs alongside the Canal and allows seeing plenty of wildlife.

With the location situated at the North End of Loch Ness, it is a great location to visit with Castles and breathtaking scenery. It is a location to visit regardless if you are a local or ticking off another location as an AquaPaddle Tourist.

Safety
Participants will be issued an Aquapaddle number, this must be worn and clearly visible at all times
A sup leash should be worn at all times when on the water.
Buoyancy aids are compulsory.

Risk assessment

Upcoming Events

Finished events

Sunday

26 May 2024 @ 11:00 AM

Finished

Sunday

24 Mar 2024 @ 11:00 AM

Finished

Sunday

10 Mar 2024 @ 11:00 AM

Finished
All Results
Date Name
26 May 2024 11:00 AM Aquapaddle Inverness
24 Mar 2024 11:00 AM AquaPaddle Inverness
10 Mar 2024 11:00 AM Inverness Pilot Event

On site facilities

Parking

Note do not park at boaters carpark nr Lock control. Continue to here Parking https://maps.app.goo.gl/bhPzxQbh3F4Uycti7
The An Talla Cafe has also kindly allowed us to use their parking. Please consider popping in for a cuppa.

Refreshments

They are provided by the An Talla cafe and offers a wide range of options from light bites, to full meals and delicious cakes. Perfect for a post paddle pick me up!

Toilets are available to cafe patrons.

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Getting Here

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