Kerrera
Oban, Kerrera and Loch Melfort (OS Explorer Map)
Seen from most of Oban Kerrera is just over 6 miles long and is ideal for walking or cycling, you can of course take your car over on the ferry. The ferry journey takes only a few minutes and you will find this an easy island to visit. While there are no shops on the Island there is a Tea garden at the south end near Gylen Castle. The population of Kerrera is small, between 30-35 people.
Places to stay
Kerrera Bunkhouse
The Bunkhouse sleeps up to 7 people, booking is advisable and details can be found their website. The cost per person is very reasonable and the whole bunkhouse can be booked by a small group at a discount - Kerrera Bunkhouse.
Kerrera
Gylen Castle, on the southern part of the island of Kerrera was built in 1587 by the Clan MacDougall.
Larger Map of Kerrera
Eilean nam Gamhna a small skerry off Kerrera. Below Slatrach Bay on Kerrera.
You may find the Island Blogging site on Kerrera interesting on the BBC website.
Croft for Sale in North Uist
Views from the Croft over Loch Eport.
Oban and East Mull (OS Landranger Map Series)