Highland
Scotland
Aviemore and Kingussie are the nearest towns or villages.
OS Grid Reference: NH835023
Inshriach Forest covers a large area of land (approximately 8,000 acres) between the A9 and the west side of the Cairngorms. It lies between the estates of Rothiemurchus and Glen Feshie and contains some small but pristine remnants of the ancient Caledonian Pine Wood which covered most of Scotland after the last ice age. The forest also holds several waymarked walking trails, cycle routes and cross-country ski trails which offer magnificent views over the woodland to the mountains beyond.
Mammals: Look out for the Pine Marten as you wander through the Pinewoods. We have information about Red squirrel, Red deer, Roe deer and Badger
Birds: This Pinewood is home to Crested Tits and Crossbills. We have information about Golden eagle, Capercaille, Black grouse and Osprey
Insects and reptiles: The Small Blue Butterfly is to be found in this area during June to July.
Habitats: A rich Pinewood Habitat consisting of Cowberry,Blaeberry, Heather and Juniper. We have information about Pinewood
How to get there:
This forest is easily accessible from either Kingussie or Aviemore by car or bike by following the B970 road.
There is no public transport which directly passes this forest, but it is only four to five miles from Aviemore and Kingussie.
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Contact:
Recreation Ranger
01479 861220
e-mail: invernessross&skye@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
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