Craigellachie National Nature Reserve (Entrance)

Great views, even if not walking to the viewpoint, but road noise

I wasn't planning on visiting, but I was staying in Aviemore and realised it was within walking distance of my B&B. There's a couple of trails you can do: one being a loop, and the other being an 'out...

Almost magical

We were lucky enough to steal a bit of clear sky before it began to rain pretty badly later in the day. We entered the Reserve through the entrance adjacent to YHA, which is only five minutes on foot...

Short walk

An amazing natural Birch woodland with some beautiful small lochs. Easy walk to the lives but if you want to go to the top then it’s a steep climb. No need for fancy gear or maps but expect a strenuou...

Great birding

Worth a short or long walk round with well marked paths of varying difficulty. If you are a birder then its best in spring or early summer.

Stunning

A lovely area to go for a walk, I walked to the top of the Craigellachie which has stunning views, definitely recommend.