Paths Around Historic Trail 1 Abriachan Paths Around 8 Inverness Abriachan provides several miles of paths and Inverness is the hub of the Scottish Highlands, tracks linking the alder, oak and hazel woods Paths Around InvernessInverness an area renowned for its spectacular landscape, managed by the Woodland Trust Scotland with proud history and vibrant culture. birch, rowan, pine, juniper and open hill owned 4 The Aird Pathsinverness A number of historic buildings remain today and hopefully some of the city’s long and eventful and managed by Abriachan Forest Trust. Come The paths around the Aird provide a variety of 6 The City story will be told by the impressive buildings and explore the variety of habitats from Loch walking surfaces from road to forest trail. Many listed on this trail. Ness shore up to the top of Carn na Leitire. are used by cyclists and horse riders who also in The Highlands Enjoy the different rain shelters and picnic spots. Buildings of interest include: enjoy the network, and of course you are likely to This leaflet highlights the framework of paths Join in a guided walk to discover what has made D Inverness Castle; meet the odd car on the back roads. available in and around the city of this community special. Try out some hands on D The Town House; and Inverness. This extensive network offers activities in the round house, save the planet in the D Abertarff House. The main attractions in this ancient crofting area approximately 100km of improved access for tree house, admire the wildlife from the hide and can be found in the diverse wildlife and local communities and visitors. The paths offer view from the shieling. Support our aims by magnificent viewpoints over the Beauly Firth and a good opportunity to explore parts of the city Trails Around enjoying your visits, behaving responsibly and help to the mountains to the north and west. As you either by foot or cycle, as well as providing 9 us to: meander through the country lanes and stunning opportunities for all abilities. Daviot D enhance the biodiversity and scenic value of the woodland it is surprising to realise that you are This extensive new network offers over 10km of path and off road area; within 15 minutes of the Highland capital and that links between Inverness and Daviot village and circuit to and from the D ensure continued public access; little has been changed by the modern pace of life. Attractions include: Old Edinburgh Wade Road. D extend the reforestation with mixed native woodland; D Muirtown & Sea Locks; D stimulate community involvement and sustainable local Attractions include: D the tallest tree in D Riverside Walks; The development is in response to local desire from Strathnairn job creation; and Britain at Reelig Glen; 6 D Central Canal Circuit; Community for direct access into the Daviot Woods, and to provide D encourage more interest and education in this unique 8 D Wardlaw Mausoleum, D Craig Phadrig; additional options Highland environment. burial place of the D Western Links; for the large Paths Around Frasers of Lovat; 4 9 D Dochgarroch Link; numbers of visitors D Pictish Fort at D Eastern Links; and locals who use 2 the Woods from the Cannich Phoineas Hill; 1 D Battlefield & Cairns; Strathglass is situated in the heart of some of the D North Inn - parking, D Historic Trail; Tourist Information most spectacular scenery in Scotland. Some 20 refreshments and 3 D Culloden & Balloch; and Picnic Site Car miles from Inverness and a short distance from accommodation; 2 D Kessock Coastal; park, which has just Loch Ness, it is an ideal location for both the D Bunchrew House D Southern Links & Fairways been upgraded by outdoor enthusiast and those who simply wish to Hotel – Trails. the Planning and visit an area of breathtaking scenery. refreshments and Development accommodation; Service. The village of Cannich is set in the centre of this D Moniack Wineries; 10 outstanding area on the banks of the River Glass D various nurseries and Parking and access for walkers and cyclists is available at Daviot, and and provides all the amenities required for a stay in local craft workshops. tracks will enable cyclists to connect through to Inverness via a the area. It is only a short distance from the nearby 5 viewpoint at Bogbain which provides panoramic views over the city. village of Tomich. 7 Paths Around Paths include: D Glen Affric Circular; 10 Foyers D Plodda Falls; All maps©Crown copyright, The Highland Council 100023369 2005 The walks detailed in this leaflet provide nearly 16 D Glenurquhart Forest Trails; Paths Around miles of footpaths and tracks that can be joined D Glen Strathfarrar Cycling Route; and 5 D Glen Affric/Comar Route. Invermoriston Paths Around together to offer a wide choice of scenery and distance to suit most tastes and abilities. The Village Hall or Glen Moriston Millenium Hall 7 opened in 1999 and is very welcoming to visitors. Fort Augustus For your guidance and safety the routes are Paths Around Fort Augustus has been a crossroads for travellers for centuries. waymarked with coloured posts and signposts A variety of events are organised throughout the 3 People travelling along the Great Glen on foot, by boat, and by road which can be found where major paths leave Drumnadrochit summer - check the noticeboard for details. The The walks in this leaflet provide several miles of meet with people travelling along General Wade’s roads to Skye and roads. In general, always follow the main path or village car park is adjacent to the hall and A82 and paths and tracks which you can join together to Speyside. Fort Augustus still offers excellent walking links. The Great track unless directed otherwise. picnic tables are provided on the banking above the offer a wide range of scenery and distance to suit Glen Way carries walkers and cyclists between Inverness and Fort Routes marked up include: car park. Refreshments are also available in your tastes and abilities. The paths allow you to William and the Wade roads still carry walkers over from the D Foyers Falls; Invermoriston and at Glen Moriston on the Skye walk through shaded woodlands, along the riverside Corrieyairack Pass to Speyside and northwest to Glenelg. D Upper to Lower Foyers; and road. and to climb the sides of the glen for panoramic Today, walkers have the benefit of baggage transport, comfortable D Round Foyers Bay. views. accommodation and services. The Falls are enhanced by the old Telford Bridge. Areas worth exploring include: D Craigmonie & Balmacaan Woods; This is one of the few places where you can The path network around Fort Augustus provides the community and The paths network was set up in response to popular demand. D Cnoc A’ Bhuachaille; appreciate the size of this river. The mighty torrent is now controlled visitors with an opportunity to experience the exceptional diversity of The idea was to find and create paths around communities D Divach Falls; by Dundreggan Dam, 5 miles upstream. After heavy rain, this this natural landscape. that could be used by a wide variety of people, of all ages and D Lewiston; and powerful torrent is breathtaking. St Columba’s Well can be found Walks in this area include: abilities, including horseriders and cyclists. Foyers and D Urquhart Castle/Bay Woods or “The Cover”. across the A82 opposite the car park. D The River Oich Walks; and Inverfarigaig now have the first network of this kind in the Walks in this area include : D Caledonian Canal & Loch Ness. Highlands. D Sron Na Muic; and D Rubha Ban.