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Six fabulous forests lie waiting for you close to Scotland’s northern capital. Get away from the city and breathe the scent of pines after rain, listen to birds singing on the breeze and enjoy open views to the far horizon.

Forests to visit

Craig Phadrig

Imagine life in the court of a powerful Pictish king and enjoy glimpses of Inverness and the Beauly Firth through the trees.

Craig Phadrig

 

Culloden Wood

Find poignant reminders of the battle of Culloden too, and a wishing well from pagan times.

Culloden Wood

 

Daviot Wood

Take a relaxing stroll in this forest on the city's edge.

Daviot Wood

 

Littlemill

A small forest with a rolling landscape of ridges and lochans, and beautiful wildflowers in spring.

Littlemill

 

Ord Hill

Pretty, mixed forest leads to some of the best views in Inverness.

Ord Hill

 

Reelig Glen

Explore a spectacular gorge and pay your respects to the tallest trees in Britain!

Reelig Glen