Skipper’s Guides

Our Skipper’s Guides are your complete reference guide to boating on the Scottish Canals. Your guide includes navigational information such as canal dimensions, sea lock approaches, safety information, facilities at locations, as well as ideas for where to stop for a bite to eat, services for your boat, and useful contact numbers.

Caledonian Canal Skipper's Guide

Your complete reference guide to boating on the Caledonian Canal.

Crinan Canal Skipper's Guide

Your complete reference guide to boating on the Crinan Canal.

Forth & Clyde and Union Canals Skipper's Guide

Your complete reference guide to boating on the Forth & Clyde, and Union Canals.

Points of Interest

Use the legend to find things to do around the Caledonian Canal, Crinan Canal, Forth & Clyde Canal, and Union Canal

Bike Hire Hire a bike and explore the canal
Boating Holidays Hire a yacht or cruiser, or sit back and relax on a hotel boat or holiday barge.
Boat Trips Take a trip on the water
Canalside Cottages A self catering holiday you’ll never forget!
Canoe Outfitters Canoe and Kayak Hire, Guided Trips, Shuttle Service
Destinations Things to do along the towpath
Boat Services Services and facilities for all your boating needs
Paddling Activity Providers Canoe and Kayak Hire, Guided Trips, Shuttle Service