Towering trees and spectacular views
The trails through Tay Forest Park are all a bit different, making them a joy to explore at any time of the year. With soaring trees and a rich mix of woodland species, there’s plenty of wildlife to spot. The autumn colours here are particularly breath-taking.
Trails in the forest
For gentle rambles suitable for everyone, choose Faskally, the foresters’ woodland. Or you can wander through the towering 200-year-old trees at Craigvinean. This forest has spectacular views over River Tay. The burnside trails at Carie are also an easy way to explore the woods, with wildlife carvings to search for. It’s a short but steep scramble up the craggy slopes at Weem, the wooded backdrop to Castle Menzies. You’ll spot some exotic tree species as you climb. Keep your eyes peeled for hidden sculptures too.
Walking on the hills
If you’re feeling a bit more energetic, there are many longer trails through this forest park’s wooded hills. These hills have panoramic viewpoints where you can catch your breath and soak up the scenery. The sweeping views over Loch Tay from the Black Rock trail on the slopes of Drummond Hill are particularly stunning. The trail at Grandtully and the longer routes at Drummond Hill and Allean all climb to the ruins of hilltop forts. On a clear day you can really appreciate their value as ancient vantage points.