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Wednesday, 10 November 2021
 A leaf littered path through a late summer mixed woodland

We have a range of all-abilities trails that generally have a uniform surface, are wider, and are marked with easy-to-follow signage.  

Our all-abilities trails are wide, generally have a uniform surface, and are marked with clear, easy to follow signage. Some destinations provide toilet facilities and Blue badge holders can park for free in any of our car parks.

Learn more about our all-abilities trails

Accessibility - Forestry and Land Scotland

 
 

Mabie

Escape from it all in a forest buzzing with nature. 
 
There’s something here for everyone – open space to play, picnic and barbecue, lots of trails with spectacular views, and plenty of opportunities for wildlife watching. This now quiet forest was also once bustling with industry.
 
The Romans used the area to make charcoal and iron smelting, while forestry has been in operation here since the 40s as part of the wartime tree-planting scheme.  The area has a range of trails, Orchard Trail is the main all-abilities trail that runs through a set of stunning redwoods and sequoia to a sensory garden with wildlife sculptures.
 

Callendar Wood 

Landscaped woodland and parkland near Falkirk. 

Explore historical paths and estate carriageways to find panoramic viewpoints, majestic old oaks, yew groves and tree-lined avenues. The forest is part of Callendar House, home to a great Roman-themed play area and range of walking trails.

The Yew Trail is the all-abilities trail, with views of native oakwood, a peaceful pine woodland, and the Callendar Loch. It's a great place to take a stroll.

Plan your next visit to Callendar Wood

 

Glencoe Lochan 

Towering redwoods surround this tranquil lochan. 

This lovely forest is just outside Glencoe Village. The landscape was planted with iconic North American trees by Lord Strathcona in the 1890s, as he hoped the trees would comfort his homesick Canadian wife.  

Take the Lochan Trail, a short all-abilities trail that takes you through the Canadian inspired woodland planted over 130-years-ago.

Plan your next visit to Glencoe Lochan

 

Torrieston

Walk along tranquil trails to the perfect picnic spot. 

Discover great trails through peaceful mixed woodland that includes statuesque, 100-year-old Douglas firs nearly 165 feet tall.  

While here, look out for red squirrels and roe deer as you wander the all-abilities trail, the Black Burn Trail. The route takes you through a stunning pine woodland along a burn. With plenty of areas to stop and picnic, it’s a great place to enjoy a day out.

Plan your next visit to Torrieston

Teenage girl, man in combat jacket and dreadlocks and woman walking together with pond behind them, woodland trail, Aldie Burn forest, near Tain.

Aldie Burn

Gentle strolls among the pines around Aldie Burn. 

The burn moves slowly through this tranquil pine forest as it makes its way to the sea. The water used to power many watermills and powered the nearby town of Tain.  

There are two all-abilities trails here. The Pond Trail takes you to a salmon-shaped pond. Here you can try pond dipping or enjoy a picnic by the burn. The second trail is the Aldie Burn Trail, which takes you up Glen Aldie through a Scots Pine forest and a heather bed.

Plan your next visit to Aldie Burn

 

For a full list of our all-abilities trails

All-abilities trails map