Forfar Loch Country Park
Opening Times
The park is open 365 days per year.
Information Centre opening times vary, please telephone or email with any queries.
Escape to the Countryside
Located on the west edge of the historic burgh of Forfar, visitors can escape to the countryside yet be only a five to ten minute walk from town centre facilities.
The 4 kilometre (2½ mile) path around Forfar Loch is suitable for all abilities and forms part of the wider Forfar Path Network. Kingfisher, otter, fox and roe deer are among the regularly spotted park residents. Look out for fishing osprey during the summer.
Rangers run two year-round nature clubs for children. For pre-school children the Little Acorns meet fortnightly. For ages 5 years and over Junior Rangers meet twice a month.
Let the children explore the local wildlife and a variety of habitats in the Wildlife Garden. They can also play in the children’s playpark.
Bird watchers can come watch the wide range of birds in the area.
There are plenty of picnic tables and seating to enjoy the park and stop for refreshments.
Pre-book the Wee Wellie Wander – the FREE Creative Art Packs for pre-schools & P1 – P2.
Angling available by permit only, please contact Angus Angling.
Water craft can be launched from St. Margaret’s Inch, home to the Forfar Sailing Club. Model Yacht Club (Tayside Radio Sailing Club) hold regular meetings.
Stay at Lochside Caravan Park or visit Forfar Community Campus.
For community groups we offer a wide variety of activities and talks for all ages and abilities.