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Ganavan Sands, Oban

A sandy beach just north of Oban with views out to Mull, Kerrera and Lismore, and the starting point of the Argyll Sea Kayak Trail. Easy, step-free access and a cafe on site make it a straightforward stop, best known locally as a sunset spot over Mull.
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Why go

A sandy beach just north of Oban with views out to Mull, Kerrera and Lismore, and the starting point of the Argyll Sea Kayak Trail. Easy, step-free access and a cafe on site make it a straightforward stop, best known locally as a sunset spot over Mull.

Managed sandy beach with public car park just north of Oban; robust and well-known, start of the Argyll Sea Kayak Trail.

Getting there & in

Public car park at Ganavan Sands (old seaplane slip site).

Direct sandy beach access from car park.

What’s nearby

🚻 Toilets☕ Café nearby🪑 Benches🅿 Parking

Good to know

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