glen affric nature reserve

There is only one public access road to Glen Affric, which can be accessed from Cannich village. This road is a single track road with passing places and we encourage all our guests to drive carefully when visiting the reserve. Along the road, which streches to around 10 miles, there are 3 car parks. One at Dog Falls, one at  Loch Beinn a’ Mheadhoin and one at the end of the road, by the River Affric. At each of these parking areas, there are detailed information signs about walkways and wildlife you may be able to spot during your visit, as well as well signposted walks and picnic tables for you to stop for some lunch!

Did you know that the Caledonian Forest is recognised as a unique Scottish habitat? Unfortunately, it has previously been used for mass timber extraction and has seen a huge decline in the woodland, and the wildlife that came with the territory. 

Rewilding Europe (non-profit) and Trees for Life (charity) are working together on a huge restoration project in order to restore the forest to its former glory. The project will see hundreds of thousands of trees planted and habitats protected, encouraging the natural wildlife to thrive as it once did. 

Click here to find out more about Trees for Life, what we are doing to help and how booking to stay with Highland Retreats Cannich will help support the project.