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Glen Affric
 

Glen Affric is a very special place. It contains one of the largest ancient Caledonian pinewoods in Scotland as well as lochs, moorland and mountains.

This wide range of habitats make Glen Affric a haven for wildlife. There are many rare and special birds, animals and plants found here.Amongst many others look out for deer, Scottish crossbills, crested tits and if you're very lucky, pine marten.

Glen Affric has many designations - it is a Caledonian Forest Reserve, a National Scenic Area and has recently been chosen as a National Nature Reserve.

How to get there:

Cannich, Tomich, Struy, Balnain, Drumnadrochit, Inverness, and Beauly are the nearest towns or villages.
OS Grid Reference: NH284284

Local Weather Forecast (Multimap)

Glen Affric is 5 miles west of Cannich on the Glen Affric road, off the A831.There is an infrequent bus service from Inverness as far as Cannich.

Start your visit from:

Dog Falls Carpark
River Affric Carpark
Loch Beinn a Mheadhoin Carpark
CALEDONIAN PINE

Facilities:

InformationParkingToilets

Activities:

PicnicView PointWalkingEducational

Contact:

Fiona Barnett
Ao Fm
01320 366322
e-mail: fiona.barnett@forestry.gsi.gov.uk


active woods
What's of interest
Glen Affric has been described as 'the most beautiful glen in Scotland.

You can download the Fort Augustus 2008 events leaflet (PDF 1.9Mb).

What's on
What else is here
In Glen Affric there is also
wild woods
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