Kirkhill

Small temporary closures of some parts of the trails till end June. Diversions will be signed where possible. Please obey all signage for your own safety (Updated 23rd May 2012).

Kirkhill is a working forest which really has something for everyone! There are waymarked routes for all users whether you are walking, cycling or horse riding. Also a mountain bike fun park near the car park.

There are great views all round from the summit of Tyrebagger Hill at the Tappie Tower. The main entrance is less then 5 miles (7km) from the outskirts of Aberdeen - a real 'green lung' for the city.

You can download a copy of our Aberdeenshire Walks leaflet in What's of Interest. If you want larger scale versions of the trail maps, please follow the link to any of the trails. Each will have a downloadable map, including distances and times.

• Check before you go - for details of trail closures, diversions and changes to listed events see the updates page.

Please note the following Car Park Charges

• Any vehicle for 1hr - £1.00
• Car for up to 3hrs - £1.50
• Car all day - £2.00
• Minibus/coach all day - £8.00

Annual Season Tickets are also available 

Room for all users

This wood is very popular with walkers, horse riders and especially with cyclists. There is room for everyone so please be considerate to others.

Orienteering

Try the permanent orienteering course.  Download the orienteering course map (PDF 493k).

Parking

The main car park is at the south end of the forest, just off the A96 (Aberdeen-bound side) and has spaces for buses and larger vehicles as well as for about 40 cars.

There is a smaller car park for about six cars at the north end of Kirkhill which gives access to the long trail. It is at East Woodlands, on a minor road, but links by trail to Kirkhill.  

By Bus?

Take 307 bus from Aberdeen to Inverurie. Ask to be let off at the crest of the hill before Blackburn, or go to Blackburn and walk back two miles (Please note the A96 is a busy dual carriageway so this is not ideal). You'll need to cross to the Aberdeen-bound side for Kirkhill. Please take care crossing the road.