Wildlife at Blackmuir Wood

Highland
Scotland
Strathpeffer is the nearest town or village.
OS Grid Reference: NH 478 574

Blackmuir Wood forms the southern boundary of the Victorian spa village of Strathpeffer. The wood contains a network of forest trails which lead ultimately to the ridge of Knock Farrel and an extensive Iron Age Fort on its summit. The views from the ridge are quite spectacular. Also within the wood is a stone maze built with 81 stones from all over the Highland and Island Region. The path between the RADAR car park and the Stone Maze is suitable for wheelchair use.

Mammals: We have information about Roe deer

Birds: If you walk through ther wood and up onto Knockfarril hill this will give the visitor a good chance of watching the Red Kite.! We have information about Red kite

How to get there:
The wood is situated on the Southern edge of the village and is signposted.

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Activities:

	Walk to the Stone Maze! or up onto Knock Farrel hill with it's commanding views.

Contact:
Recreation
01463 791575
e-mail: inverness.district@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

What else is here

In Blackmuir Wood there is also
recreation

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