Rivalry, rebellion, retribution and revenge - the story of the Appin Murder, made famous by Robert Louis Stevenson's Kidnapped. Follow the scenic Red Fox Trail and discover the story of the murder of Colin Campbell of Glenure and of James Stewart of the Glen who was unjustly hanged for it on 8th November 1752. A monument to the memory James can be found by the Ballachulish Bridge,
Starting at Ganavan Sands in Oban work your way north, stopping off at specified points along the way at Dunbeg, Creagan, Acharn, Lettermore and finally South Ballachulish, where you will find information panels at each stop. Each panel covers a different aspect of the Appin Murder Story and also has suggestions about interesting places to visit nearby.
