Where To Swim
There are so many great places to enjoy wild swimming in and around Fort William. Check out the map to see our favourites!
Things To Take
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- Hot drink for afterwards
Nice to have and available to purchase at Off Beat Bikes are:
- Wetsuit
- Safety buoy
- Neoprene gloves
- Neoprene hat
- Neoprene boots
- Goggles
- Dryrobe for afterwards

Top Tips For Staying Safe In Open Water

- Think before you swim. Check your entry and exit points and take into account currents and tides
- Don’t mix swimming and alcohol
- Swim with other people – ideally that know the area and have swum in open water before
- Don’t jump in. Enter the water slowly to prevent ‘cold water shock’
- Let people know where you are and what you’re doing (e.g. inform beach lifeguards or even the coast guard if planning a long coastal swim)
- Make sure you’re visible in the water
- If someone gets in trouble, don’t put yourself at risk but call for help – dial 999 or 112
- If you find yourself in difficulty FLOAT TO LIVE
REMEMBER TO ONLY GO AS FAR AS WHERE YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE