Badenoch and Strathspey Paths with Easy Access Discover Badenoch and Strathspey Welcome to Badenoch and Strathspey! Contents

Badenoch and Strathspey forms an We have added turning points as 1 Grantown-on-Spey P5 important communication corridor options for shorter or alternative Kylintra Meadow Path through the western edge of the routes so look out for the blue Nethy Bridge P7 Cairngorms National Park. The dot on the maps. 2 The Birch Wood Cairngorms is the largest National Park in Britain, a living, working Some of the paths are also 3 Carr-Bridge P9 landscape with a massive core of convenient for train and bus Riverside Path wild land at its heart. services so please check local Carr-Bridge P11 timetables and enjoy the journey 4 Ellan Wood Trail However, not all of us are intrepid to and from your chosen path. mountaineers and many of us 5 Boat of Garten P13 prefer much gentler adventures. Given that we all have different Heron Trail, Milton Loch That’s where this guide will come ideas of what is ‘easy’ please take Aviemore, Craigellachie P15 Easy Access Path, start in very handy. a few minutes to carefully read the 6 Loch Puladdern Trail route descriptions before you set Easy Access Path, The 12 paths in this guide have out, just to make sure that the path turning point been identified as easy access you want to use is suitable for you Central Spread Area Map Road paths in terms of smoothness, and any others in your group. Shows location of the Track gradients and distance. We have 12 easy access paths Path included paths from different Enjoy your day out, keep your Railway station parts of Badenoch and Strathspey eyes open for wildlife and 7 Kingussie P19 from Laggan in the south to remember – always be prepared Glebe Ponds Grantown-on-Spey in the north. for the weather! Car park 8 Feshiebridge P21 Frank Bruce Sculpture Trail Bus stop 9 Newtonmore P23 Public toilet Loch Imrich Visitor information centre 10 Glenmore P25 Ryvoan (Green Lochan) Trail View point

11 Glenmore P27 Tourist attraction Beach Trail Golf course Laggan P29 12 Public telephone Wolftrax Trail 3 Grantown-on-Spey 1 Kylintra Meadow Path

Route type: After about 300 yards is another A short, circular path with a burn, information board which describes the large pond, woods and former meadow. wildlife around the pond. For a very The surface is mostly level and firm short route there is also a path on the with boardwalk on bridges and right with bridge across burn. However, approaches. There are steps on there are two steps down to bridge. the short route option. For the full route, carry straight on with Distance: burn on right until you enter a wooded 0.75 miles (1.2 kms) area marked by a green and white sign welcoming you to Kylintra Wood, part Start Point: of the wider Anagach Woods, managed Woodlands Terrace where there is on- by a local community trust. road parking in lay by near start of path. A little further on the path forks to Turning Point: right, over the burn and then deeper Two options to shorten route into the wood in a series of undulating (see map). meanders. The trees around you are mostly silver birch and scots pine which Facilities: are typical of Strathspey. Information panels, and a bench with views over the site. Public toilets From woods enter Kylintra Meadow, available in High Street about 330 a much more open landscape. Continue yards from start of path (see map). on path until you come to a bench where There is a wide variety of outlets you can stop to look over the site. The for refreshments in Grantown. path turns to left and past an information shelter which has details of the history Getting there: of the meadow. From here you can Bus: Stagecoach 33 and 34X operate return to Woodlands Terrace and back regularly to Grantown from Aviemore to the start point which is about 40 and Inverness, nearest bus stop is 75 yards slightly uphill via a pavement. yards from start of path (see map). Car: Follow signs for Grantown-on- Information: Spey on A95 or A939 then B9102 If you would like to know more (Woodlands Terrace) in Grantown. about Grantown-on-Spey and other all abilities trails visit the Visitor Description: Information Centre and Museum From Woodlands Terrace there is a which is open from April to October. short gradient down to an information Tel: 01479 870 477 or visit: board with a large site map. www.grantownmuseum.co.uk 5 Nethy Bridge 2 The Birch Wood All Abilities Trail

Route type: Description: A purpose built circuit suitable The route takes you through an for ‘all-abilities’ with a mixture of area of Community Woodland on tarred paths, packed whindust and a path network installed by the boardwalk surfaces. local community.

Distance: The main starting point is at the About 0.75 miles (1.2 km) but can Community Centre off Dell Road. be made shorter or longer. From the Centre go past the tennis courts until you see a sign pointing into Start Point: the woods for The Birch Wood Circular. Either from Community Centre (follow sign for car park) in centre of The path winds its way through the Nethy Bridge or from Birchfield Court birch and pine wood. Watch out for off B970. Once on route follow signs red squirrels and the nibbled pine for The Birch Wood. cones they have left behind.

Turning Point: At the far end of the Birch Wood You can combine various paths to Circular is a spur leading to a large make a route length that suits you and wildlife pond with an alternative members of your group (see map). return route via the edge of the playing field. Facilities: The path has picnic benches along However, please note that there the way. Toilets and information is is no footway for a short section available at the Community Centre on the approach to Dell Road and on the Riverside. There are 2 (see map). hotels for refreshments. Information: Getting there: Various information boards on Bus: Stagecoach 34 and 34X services riverside by Dell Road and from operate from Aviemore, Grantown-On Visitor Centre. -Spey and Inverness. The nearest stop is about 150 yards from the Community Other all abilities trails are highlighted Centre and about 80 yards from in Explore Abernethy path leaflet. Birchfield Court. Car: Follow signs for Nethy Bridge via B970 from Please also visit: Grantown On Spey or Boat of Garten. www.nethybridge.com

7 Carr-Bridge 3 Riverside Path

Route type: Description: A circular route on surfaced path or This route starts by following the pavement except for a short section bank of the River Dulnain before of rough track and where no pavement crossing the river via the Ellan Bridge, at end of Station Road. Option to sometimes called the Gurkha Bridge as combine with Ellan Wood route to it was rebuilt in 1992 by members of make a longer walk. Note possibility this famous army regiment. of farm traffic on track. Watch out for salmon leaping from the Distance: pools of the river and dippers, round 1 mile (1.6 kms) black and white birds zooming up and down the river. Start Point: By the Old Bridge Garage near the Once over the bridge follow the path Packhorse Bridge. ahead until a fork gives a slightly easier gradient to the left before rejoining a Turning Point: farm track uphill towards Station Road. Circular route with no specific turning point other than to go back to start. On Station Road turn left and follow the pavement back towards the village Facilities: centre. Remember there is a short Nearest public toilets are in the car section of about 35 yards at the end park off the B9153 road in village of Station Road with no pavement. centre. Carr-Bridge has a number of options for refreshments. There is also an option to return via Ellan Wood which is signposted Getting there: from Station Road and also shown Train: Carr-Bridge is on the main line on the map. between Inverness and Aviemore but make sure you check carefully as not Information: all trains stop! There is an information board in the Bus: Stagecoach 32 and 33 services main car park off the B9153. Most from Newtonmore and Aviemore. tearooms, hotels and Landmark Visitor Car: follow signs for Carr-Bridge Centre at the Aviemore end of the from A9, A95 or A938. village have information leaflets. Please also visit: www.carrbridge.com

9 Carr-Bridge 4 Ellan Wood Trail

Route type: Description: A mostly flat trail through some There are several possibilities but main beautiful pine woods. However, there route described here is from Cemetery are a number of moderate slopes that car park as that is the best option for may make short sections difficult for those in wheelchair. This car park is off some wheel chair and scooter users. station road where there are large signs for Ellan Wood. Distance: Depending on chosen start and finish From the car park it can be confusing point about 0.75 miles (1.2 km). as there are several paths to follow but head towards the Cemetery and Start Point: you will pick up a well-surfaced path There are several options. Start from that will take you through the woods car park by Cemetery or main car park in a meandering circuit. in village off B9153 or as an extension to the Riverside Path (see Route 3). 3 Watch out for red squirrels and other woodland wildlife including some very Turning Point: ‘wooden looking specimens’! There A variety of options depending on are also some larger sculptures to how long a walk you want. discover. Hope we didn’t give too many clues there? Facilities: The route has a picnic table and several There is also an option to return via information boards. Nearest public a longer route back to the village toilets are in the car park off the B9153 centre or to join with the Riverside road in village centre. Carr-Bridge has path but please take a few moments a number of options for refreshments. to check these alternatives before exploring too far! Getting there: Train: Carr-Bridge is on the main line Information: between Inverness and Aviemore but There is an information board in the make sure you check carefully as not main car park off the B9153. Most all trains stop! tearooms, hotels and Landmark Visitor Bus: Stagecoach 32 and 33 services Centre at the Aviemore end of the from Newtonmore and Aviemore. village have information leaflets. Car: follow signs for Carr-Bridge Please also visit: from A9, A95 or A938. www.carrbridge.com

11 Boat of Garten 5 Heron Trail, Milton Loch

Route type: Description: A short, flat, walk through open Starting from the small car park off grassland and scattered pine and birch Birch Grove walk back out of car park trees with optional detour to Milton along a short section of rough track Loch. Short section of rough track and and through a pedestrian gate. From gate at start. here the path has a very good surface.

Distance: After about 20 yards the path forks. From car park at start of walk 0.5 Go left for the full circular Heron Trail mile (0.8 km) or 1 mile (1.6 km) from of about 250 yards or right to the Station Square in village. Note there bird hide (80 yards) and pond-dipping is a steep climb back uphill into platform (150 yards). village centre. On main Heron Trail route you pass Start Point: through open grassland with scattered Small car park off Birch Grove. Take birch and pine. In summer watch out care as it’s easy to miss road junction. for butterflies in the long grass and For longer walk park in village. ospreys flying overhead. The site is sheltered by a mature pine plantation Turning Point: Once on Heron Trail circuit best to and also has some fine old birch trees. keep going. Other option is to just go to bird hide or pond dipping platform The bird hide gives great views over (see map). Milton Loch. The summer residents of mallard duck and coot are joined by Facilities: other winter visitors such as wigeon Picnic tables and benches, bird hide, and whooper swans. pond dipping platform all wheelchair accessible. Information: Available in the village. Getting there: Train: As a very special treat you Please also visit: can travel by steam train to Boat of www.boatofgarten.com Garten on the Strathspey Railway from Aviemore and Broomhill (nr. Dulnain Bridge). Bus: Stagecoach 34 and 34X operate regularly to Boat of Garten from Aviemore and Inverness. Car: Follow signs for Boat of Garten from A95 or B970. 13 Aviemore, Craigellachie 6 Loch Puladdern Trail

Route type: public toilets are located in the centre A short circuit by a lochan in the of Aviemore where you will also find stunning Craigellachie National Nature places to eat. Reserve. Surfaced path with gentle gradients suitable for buggies and Getting there: wheelchairs. Note that the path to Train: There are regular train services this trail is not to all-ability standard to Aviemore throughout the day. with moderate slopes and loose You can also travel from Broomhill gravel in short sections. and Boat of Garten on the Strathspey Steam Railway. The start of the walk Distance: is about 0.3 mile (600 metres) south The actual trail is 0.5 miles (0.8 km). of the station via the pavement along However, to get to the start from the main street B 9152. the main road (Grampian Road B9152) Bus: Stagecoach operate 31, 32, in Aviemore is a further 0.5 miles 32A, 33, 34 and 34A bus services to (0.8km) each way. Aviemore from Grantown On Spey, Inverness and Newtonmore. Start Point: Nearest stop is opposite Rail Station. From the B9152 at the southern Car: Follow signs for Aviemore from end of Aviemore signposted for A9 and A95. Nature Reserve, Youth Hostel and Catholic Church. Description: The actual trail is a very pleasant Turning Point: walk by a small lochan and through No specific turning point on the mature birchwood. The loch has route other than to go back the way mallard duck and is a particularly good you have come. There is an option to site for dragonflies. The woods are return to Aviemore via the Aviemore alive with various small birds with Orbital path and through Macdonald warblers in summer and flocks of Highland Resort (see map). Note tits in winter. Watch for mosses and there are 10 steep steps up a slope. lichens draped over tree branches. Also see notes above. Facilities: There are a couple of seat perches Information: on the steeper parts of the access Visitor Information Centre in path with benches on the trail itself. Aviemore on Grampian Road near At the entrance to the Reserve are Railway Station. Tel: 01479 810 930. information boards and guidance on Please also visit: using a mobile phone app. The nearest www.aviemorecommunitycouncil.org 15

Kingussie 7 Glebe Ponds

Route type: Getting there: A short, flat, easy walk round Train: There is a station in Kingussie. the pond suitable for wheelchairs, However, it is about a mile (1.6km) scooters and buggies. Section of from the ponds. trail has gates with latch fastening Bus: Stagecoach 32 and 32A operate regularly to Kingussie from Carr-Bridge Distance: and Inverness, nearest bus stop is 100 0.3 miles (0.5 km) yards from start of path at The Glebe. Car: Follow signs for Kingussie on A86 Start Point: from north and south. At east end of High Street where there is on-road parking for 3-4 Description: cars in lay by at start of path. From High Street there is a ramp down to the ponds. A short section of the Turning Point: route has low gates at either end which There is scope for making this a have a latch fastening. very short walk by only going round the first and smaller of the ponds. Whilst most of the route is flat there is a gentle incline from the main path Facilities: to some picnic tables which give a Picnic tables and benches all round great view over the ponds. The main the ponds. Toilets available at the railway line is just over the fence here Ardvonie Car Park signposted from which should be an added interest High Street. There is a wide choice for train enthusiasts. of outlets for refreshments in Kingussie. Once round the pond an edged boardwalk leads through a lovely, wee birchwood and back to the start.

Information: Please visit: www.kingussie.co.uk

19 Feshiebridge 8 Frank Bruce Sculpture Trail

Route type: Description: A short, flat route with some amazing The sculpture trail is set in Inshriach sculptures that offer a surprise around Forest which is owned and managed every corner! Suitable for wheelchairs, by Forestry Commission Scotland. buggies and scooters. It is a pleasant meandering walk through atmospheric woodland and Distance: into an old walled garden. The wood From less-able users car park 0.75 has a rich carpet of mosses, lichens miles (1.2 km). From main car park and ferns which provides a 1 mile (1.6 km). complementary setting for the sculptures of Frank Bruce. Start Point: Forestry Commission car park off The walled garden once belonged the B970 near Feshiebridge between to Invereshie House and gives fine Aviemore and Kingussie. Can also be views of the surrounding countryside. accessed from Kincraig. WARNING after heavy rain the Turning Point: forest trail can become waterlogged At entrance to walled garden or at so take care. slope to lower walled garden. Information: Facilities: The sculpture trail leaflet is available Information boards and leaflet in large print and in other languages dispenser, picnic bench. Nearest from The Diversity Team. toilets located Kincraig, 3 miles (5 km) Tel: 0131 314 6575 or E-mail: away, see map for direction. [email protected]

Getting there: For information about other local Bus: No direct bus service. Nearest Forestry Commission facilities contact stop is Kincraig, 3 miles away serviced Glenmore Visitor Centre. by Stagecoach 32 and 32A. Tel: 01479 861 220 or E-mail: Car: Follow B970 from Aviemore or [email protected] Kingussie or via Kincraig on B9152.

21 Newtonmore 9 Loch Imrich

Route type: Getting there: A short, flat, easy walk round the Loch Train: There is a station in which lies in a ‘kettle hole’ suitable Newtonmore. However, it is about a for scooters and buggies. Ideal for mile (1.6 km) from the loch. Note: birdwatchers and budding geologists! not all trains stop at Newtonmore. Please keep dogs on a lead to avoid Bus: Stagecoach 32 and 32A operate disturbing the ducks. regularly to Newtonmore from Carr-Bridge and Inverness, nearest Note there are moderate slopes and/ bus stop is 80 yards from start of or steps with handrail to get down to path at Balavil Hotel. the loch and back up again! However, Car: Follow signs for Newtonmore an ‘all-abilities’ route is available on on A9 or A86 from north and south. a higher level which gives views over the loch. Description: From opposite the Bowling Pavilion go Distance: through a pedestrian gate. From here 0.3 miles (0.5 km) you can either go to the right along the all-ability path to viewpoint or down Start Point: a set of 20 steps with a handrail and From Bowling Pavilion on side road off down a gentle slope to the path round Main Street across from Balavil Hotel. the loch. An option is to start and finish the walk from the Folk Park where there The loch is home to a surprising variety are toilets and a cafe. Admission to of ducks with residents such as the Folk Park is free. mallard, coot and dabchick being joined by goldeneye in winter. Turning Point: At end of all-abilities section. If on The loch was once used for curling and circular walk round loch then there is you can still see the fine, old curling an alternative path onto Main Street Hut which was the base for winter (see map). tournaments or ‘bonspiels’ that often lasted 2-3 days. No doubt helped along Facilities: with several ‘wee drams!’ Picnic tables and information panels at viewpoint at end of all-ability path Information: and on lochside. Public toilets available Please visit: www.newtonmore.com beside the village hall in centre of town. A wide choice for refreshments in Newtonmore. 23 Glenmore 10 Ryvoan (Green Lochan) Trail

Route type: Description: An ‘out and back’ route that is relatively From Visitor Centre follow the blue flat on firm paths or forest tracks. waymarkers for Ryvoan Trail. Stay However, the trail still gives you a sense on level road past Reindeer House. of adventure as you pass some fantastic Avoid the route uphill as it is pinewood in a dramatic mountain pass. definitely NOT EASY and takes Suitable for scooters and buggies but you onto a narrow, rocky path it’s quite a long way so make sure you on a steep slope with tree roots. have a strong friend to push and/or well-charged battery! Soon a path to the left takes you off the road to Glenmore Lodge. Distance: A short moderate slope initially then 3.5 miles (5.6 km) in total the path soon levels off with only gentle gradients. After ½ a mile it Start Point: rejoins the road just after Glenmore Glenmore Forest Park Visitor Centre Lodge where there is a green and (disabled parking available in upper white Scottish Rights of Way sign. car park) or from Glenmore Lodge. From here to the Green Lochan Turning Point: the mostly flat trail hugs the contours Stop and return the same way from of the hill. However you will gradually Glenmore Lodge or junction with feel the hills closing in as the glen Lodge Trail (purple waymarkers). narrows towards the pass of Ryvoan. At the Green Lochan there is a Facilities: viewpoint and bench. Toilets, information and refreshments available at Visitor Centre or nearby Return the same way as the route ahead and in Lochain Bar at Glenmore Lodge through the pass is much rougher and from 5pm. You can borrow a mobility takes you onto exposed open hill. scooter from the Visitor Centre. Please ask staff for availability Information: or telephone in advance. Glenmore Forest Park Visitor Centre. Tel: 01479 861 220 or visit: Getting there: www.forestry.gov.uk/ Bus: Stagecoach service 31 from glenmoreforestpark Aviemore, nearest stop is at Visitor Centre road end. Scooters are available from Car: follow signs from Aviemore Community Transport Company. for Glenmore and Cairngorms B970. Tel: 01479 810004 25 Glenmore 11 Beach Trail

Route type: Getting there: An easy, waymarked (yellow), circular Bus: Stagecoach service 31 from route. This trail will take you past Aviemore, nearest stop is at Visitor beautiful, old pine trees to Loch Morlich Centre road end. and its lovely inland beach. Suitable for Car: follow signs from Aviemore for wheelchairs, scooters and buggies. Glenmore and Cairngorms B970.

Distance: Description: 1 mile (1.6 km) From either start point follow yellow waymarkers. Start Point: If hiring a motor scooter Glenmore As you go round the trail you will get Forest Park Visitor Centre (disabled glimpses of the Cairngorms through parking is available on upper car park.) the trees. Watch out for the occasional If not hiring scooter then start from juniper bush in open areas and the Beach Car Park signposted from road. broad, dark green leaves of woodrush Go as far into car park as you can for beside the path. Getting onto the disabled parking and toilets. beach might be difficult for some people due to soft sand. However, Turning Point: it could be worth the effort during Stop and return the same way from summer for, if lucky, you may spot a Glenmore Lodge or Beach Car Park. fishing osprey! Also alternative route to avoid steep slopes (see map). Information: Glenmore Forest Park Visitor Centre. Facilities: Tel: 01479 861 220 or visit: Toilets, information and refreshments www.forestry.gov.uk/ available at Visitor Centre or glenmoreforestpark nearby campsite, shop/cafe. You can borrow a mobility scooter from the Scooters are available from Visitor Centre. Please ask staff for Community Transport Company. availability or telephone in advance. Tel: 01479 810004 The Beach Car Park and trail itself has information boards and picnic benches.

27 Laggan 12 Wolftrax All Abilities Trail

Route type: Getting there: Mostly flat ‘out and back’ route that Train: Nearest stops are Dalwhinnie runs between Gorstean and Wolftrax (9 miles) Newtonmore (10 miles but Car Park. Suitable for wheelchairs, note not all trains stop here) and buggies and scooters. Route also Kingussie (12 miles). Bus: Service promoted as an easy mountain bike operates between Newtonmore and route for beginners so please be aware Spean Bridge Tel: 0871 200 2233 of other users. or www.travelinecotland.com. Bus stops at Wolftrax Car Park on Distance: request. Car: From south turn off A9 About 2 miles (2.7 km) return at Dalwhinnie and follow signs for A86 Spean Bridge. From north, turn off A9 Start Point: at Kingussie and follow signs for A86 Forestry Commission Gorstean or Spean Bridge. From west turn off A82 Wolftrax Car Park off the A86 near at Spean Bridge and follow A86 for Laggan. Note, if starting from Gorstean about 25 miles. there is a heavy metal vehicle gate to be opened and closed on the access track. Description: However, the actual trail is slightly more Follow green waymarkers. Watch out downhill from Gorstean. If starting for cyclists in car park area. Trail hugs from Wolftrax there are dedicated the hillside at forest edge as it contours disabled parking spaces next to the its way above the A86. Good view of toilets and cafe. the hill Geal Charn 3,038 feet (926 metres) at the southern edge of the Turning Point: famous Monadhliath Mountains. At viewpoint and picnic bench about half way along the trail or you may be Information: able to organise a lift back from one car A Laggan Wolftrax leaflet is available park to the other. Don’t be tempted in large print and in other languages to return by following the green route from The Diversity Team. that goes away from main trail as this is Tel: 0131 314 6575 or E-mail: steep and narrow with loose surface. [email protected] For information about other, local Facilities: Forestry Commission facilities Information boards and benches at Tel: 01463 791 575 or visit: both car parks. Toilets and café with www.forestry.gov.uk/wolftrax limited opening hours at Wolftrax. To find out more about the local Toilets and refreshments also available Laggan Forest Trust visit: in Laggan about two miles away on A86. www.laggan.com 29 Tread Lightly in the Park

When you are enjoying A quarter Tell us what you think? of Scotland’s the outdoors the key native forest Inclusive Cairngorms, the Badenoch and Strathspey Access things to remember are: Panel and the Cairngorms National Park Authority would like to hear what you thought of the routes and especially • Take responsibility for your if you have any pictures, films or feedback on your trip. own actions • Respect the interests of Drop us a line at: other people Scotland’s wild heart: an accessible wilderness The Outdoor Access Team • Care for the environment Tel: 01479 873535 Contact the Cairngorms Fax: 01479 873527 National Park Authority Email. [email protected] www.cairngorms.co.uk

for more information. A stronghold for Britain’s rare and If you enjoyed using the ‘Badenoch and Strathspey Paths endangered species with Easy Access’ then look out for our Community Enjoy Scotland’s Path Leaflets to help you explore more of the Park. Outdoors Responsibly This leaflet is available to download from: Everyone has the right to be www.cairngorms.co.uk on most land and inland water providing they act responsibly. For a large print version of this leaflet please contact the Cairngorms National Park Authority on 01479 873535. Your access rights and It can also be made available in other formats on request. responsibilities are explained This leaflet has been developed in partnership with Inclusive Cairngorms, the Badenoch and Strathspey Access Panel and published by The Cairngorms National Park Authority fully in the Scottish Outdoor The UK’s highest and 14 The Square, Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3HG. Access Code. most massive mountains

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Useful Information

For information on paths, local events, facilities and accommodation contact:

Visitor Information Centres: Grantown-on-Spey: 01479 870477 Aviemore: 01479 810930

Countryside Rangers: www.cairngorms.co.uk/ the-park/ranger-services1/ Highlife Highland Countryside Ranger: 01479 874 696 Forestry Commission Scotland: 01479 861220

Other useful web sites: www.visitcairngorms.com www.cairngorms.co.uk www.snh.gov.uk www.nnr-scotland.org.uk

Public transport: www.travelinescotland.com