Wildlife at Achnashellach Carpark

Achnashellach (North)
Highland
Scotland
Achnashellach, Craig, and Lochcarron are the nearest towns or villages.
OS Grid Reference: NH 040 493
CALEDONIAN PINEAchnashellach carpark,set in mature conifer trees, is across the road from the main access to the south Achnashellach forest. From here, there are several access to the hills and long-distance routes.

Mammals: See Achnashellach Wood for more information on the animals living there. We have information about Red deer and Roe deer

Birds: We have information about Golden eagle

Insects and reptiles: We have information about Adder

Habitats: The pinewoods in Achnashellach are being encouraged to expand by active management. We have information about Pinewood

How to get there:
Achnashellach carpark is next to the village of Craig on the A890 - the Achnasheen to Lochcarron road.
There is an infrequent bus service along this route about three days per week.

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Facilities:
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Contact:
Recreation
01463 791575
e-mail: invernessross&skye@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

What's of interest

Please take care - you have to cross the road and a level crossing to get to the walks from Achnashellach carpark.

What else is here

In Achnashellach Carpark there is also
recreation

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