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Welcome to Culbin 

This is no ordinary forest and Culbin's fragile shoreline is no ordinary coast.

Moss-covered dunes under the pines in Culbin forest, Moray.Discover more about Culbin:

fascinating landscape of forest and shore open all year round.

Culbin's history, from early settlers to its wartime role.

The varied plants and wildlife that thrive here.

The Culbin story - a wonderful archive film about the history of forestry here.

Please note - there will be tree thinning taking place in Culbin until May 2013. Access will be restricted along forest roads in the east end of Culbin on weekdays; open at weekends.  The access from Welhill to Buckie Loch is open, but those going along this route will need to observe safety signage. Thanks for your patience (Updated 11th February 2013).


New to Culbin?Mother and daughter on a forest trail looking at a map of Culbin forest.

With a 14km-long forest and ever-changing coastline, there's so much to discover.  Find out some of the things to do here - especially on your first visit.

You can download the Culbin trail leaflet (PDF 3.5Mb) and the Culbin map (PDF 3.5Mb).

Please note the following car park charges:

  • Up to 1 hour - £1;
  • Cars up to 3 hours - £1.50;
  • Cars all day - £2; and
  • Minibus, coach all day - £8.

Annual Season Tickets are available