Sailing in Fort William and Lochaber
Visit Fort William is pleased to present our local sailing clubs in the Fort William and Lochaber area. Learn to sail dinghies in Fort William
The Lochaber area is a superb area for marine tourism, watersports and, in particular, sailing and cruising.
Fort William has its very own sailing club - Lochaber Yacht Club, established in 1954 and the only Royal Yachting Association recognised teaching establishment in the area. The club is a friendly family oriented sailing club and welcomes new members each year. Sailing is well provided for and if you are interested in learning to sail, you can join a local club and take part in a Learn to Sail course every year.
Fort William Shoreline Company provide pontoon facilities at the West End Car Park where cruise ship tenders can disembark their passengers for a great day out in Fort William.
Fort William has its very own sailing club - Lochaber Yacht Club, established in 1954 and the only Royal Yachting Association recognised teaching establishment in the area. The club is a friendly family oriented sailing club and welcomes new members each year. Sailing is well provided for and if you are interested in learning to sail, you can join a local club and take part in a Learn to Sail course every year.
Fort William Shoreline Company provide pontoon facilities at the West End Car Park where cruise ship tenders can disembark their passengers for a great day out in Fort William.
At Ballachulish, Glencoe Boat Club is another well established sailing club with an enthusiastic membership and lots of sailing events.
Thomas Telford Corpach Marina is under construction at the entrance to the Caledonian Canal, opening in 2022 with 45 berths and iconic views of Ben Nevis. There will also be a sheltered slipway and car parking facilities for people who want to launch and retrieve their small boats on a daily or short-term basis. The marina will have full facilities including water, pump-out, toilets, showers, laundry and coffee shop. To find out more click the link to the marina
Lochaline provides a community led marina for visitors sailing in the Sound of Mull. At Mallaig Marina and harbour berthing facilities are available for boats visiting the Sound of Sleat.
Lochaline provides a community led marina for visitors sailing in the Sound of Mull. At Mallaig Marina and harbour berthing facilities are available for boats visiting the Sound of Sleat.