Now which Harry Potter fan wouldn’t want to check out the exact spot where Hagrid’s Hut was filmed?
Hiding on the hills above Torren Lochan in Clachaig Gully, this stunning Scottish landscape was used as a shooting location for the Prisoner of Azkaban, Order of the Phoenix and Half Blood Prince.
While unfortunately the hut is no longer there today, the location is very easily accessible and absolutely worth hiking to for every die-hard Potter fanatic.
Interested in seeing the magical spot for yourself? Then be sure check out our guide below 👇👇
Where is Hagrid’s Hut in real life?
The Hagrid’s Hut filming location is situated between Glencoe village and Clachaig Inn, hiding on the hills nearby the Red Squirrel Campsite
Easily reachable by car, Glencoe is also accessible from Fort William where you can simply take a 30-minute local bus or taxi.
Click here for bus times.
From Glencoe, Hagrid’s Hut is around a 40-minute scenic ramble through the surrounding woodland which certainly feels very ‘Forbidden Forest-esque’. Simply take the path south-east from the centre of the village.
Nestled up above on the craggy landscape, you’d easily miss the spot since there are no signposts and you can’t see it from the road below.
Look out for the ‘Red Squirrel Campsite’ to your right during the ramble, since the Harry Potter filming location is hiding on the hills to your left shortly after.
Continue walking past the lake immediately after the campsite and take the trail up the hillside to your left.
Harry Potter fans will instantly recognise the backdrop once they arrive!
Coming in at just 2 miles in length and mostly flat throughout (bar the final short uphill climb), this walk is suitable for pretty much anyone and everyone. Just take care when ascending the rocky hillside trail.
For those coming from Clachaig Inn – exit the Inn, immediately take a left and walk up the country road. You’ll reach the Hagrid’s Hut location in around 6 minutes.
When hiking from this direction, the hillside trail will be found to your right shortly before reaching the Red Squirrel Campsite. Easy peasy!
Hagrid’s Hut From Glencoe:
Is Hagrid’s Hut still in Glencoe?
Unfortunately, Hagrid’s Hut has long been removed and the landscape has now returned to its natural state.
Nevertheless, while the Harry Potter crew were careful to leave behind no remnants of the filming which took place in this remote corner of the Scottish Highlands, there is still a lingering magical aura which fills the air when visiting in the flesh.
I can attest to this first-hand.
Staring out at the same enchanted scenery seen in the movies, an overwhelming sense of nostalgia took over me during our visit – taking me back to younger years when I watched the films for the very first time. Proper goosebump material!
Other movies filmed at Glencoe
Glencoe is certainly no stranger when it comes to film crews taking advantage of its stunning backdrop.
Other iconic films that were shot here include Highlander, Monty Python and more recently, James Bond Skyfall.
Just a 10-minute drive from Hagrid’s Hut, you can drive on Glen Etive; also known as the ‘James Bond Road’, which was used for a pivotal scene in Skyfall.
Which Harry Potter films were shot at Glencoe?
We can see Hagrid’s Hut at Clachaig Gully in three of the Harry Potter movies:
- Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004)
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007)
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009)
Fun fact – Hagrid’s Hut in the Philosopher’s Stone and the Chamber of Secrets were filmed at Black Park in Slough.
Other Harry Potter filming locations in Scotland
Around a 55-minute drive from Hagrid’s Hut in Glencoe, why not also check out Harry Potter’s most iconic filming location at the Glenfinnan Viaduct?
With other Harry Potter filming spots including the likes of Rannoch Moor, Loch Shiel, Glen Nevis & more, be sure to check out this amazing guide to visiting all the Scottish locations by Independent Travel Cats here.
Glencoe Lochan
While you’re in the area, you also really NEED to check out Glencoe Lochan.
Situated right beside Glencoe village, the loch provides ramblers with various gentle trails and picturesque vistas that look like they’ve been pulled straight out of a fairy tale.
Interested? Be sure to check out our detailed Glencoe Lochan guide here.
Other things to do in the area
While you’re in the area, Fort William is a great little dock town worth a visit. And if you’re a fan of hiking, why not tick off the highest peak in the UK and summit the formidable Ben Nevis?
Happy walking 🚶🚶