Uath Lochans

A forest of shimmering pools and dragonflies

Getting here involves a little adventure up a narrow, winding road – but it's worth it! Uath Lochans is one of the prettiest woodlands in the area, with an easy trail around the lochans or a longer route up to a superb view over Strathspey.

The name is pronounced "wah lochans" – it means the hawthorn small lochs.

Walking trails

Uath Lochans route card (PDF)

Walking

Uath Lochans Trail (closed)

A trail notice is in effect

The Uath Lochans Trail (White way marked trail) is currently closed due to harvesting operations in the area. This work and the closure is likely to continue until August 2024.

A magical mixture of woodland and sparkling lochans. Look out for frogs beside the paths, and for dragonflies darting over the wetlands.

Mostly gentle gradients with some short moderately steep sections. A generally firm gravel path, often narrow, with sections of boardwalk. Paths can be muddy and slippery after rain.

1 ½ miles / 2.4 km

Allow 1 hour

Walking

Farleitter Crag Trail

Tall trees, craggy rock outcrops and superb views of the Spey valley and the Glen Feshie hills.

A hilly route, with many long steep slopes. The surface is generally firm and smooth, with occasional uneven and loose sections. Can be wet and muddy after rain in places.

2 ½ miles / 4.0 km

Allow 1 ½ hours

More information

Lichens and mosses drape the rocks in the woodland, where you’ll pass Scots pine trees over 120 years old. As you climb, the Uath lochans appear like jewels between the trees. Watch for red squirrels along the way: there are lots of them in the forests of Glenfeshie.

Facilities and access

Viewpoint

Walking

Parking

Picnic area

Life's essentials

The nearest places to eat are in Kincraig village.

No camping is allowed within the car park area.

Car parking information

There is no charge to park in this car park. Please park with care and consideration. In particular please park in designated parking areas only and do not block entrances or gates.

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Getting here

From Aviemore take the B9152 south to Kincraig. Turn left opposite the war memorial, signposted for Feshiebridge, and follow the road through the village and across the river to a T-junction. Turn right here (signposted for Insh) and after a little less than ½ mile (800 metres), take a left fork signed as a no through road. Follow this road for 1 mile (1.6 km) and the car park is on your right.

Using SatNav?

PH21 1NX is a postcode a little further along the road: you will pass the car park before you reach it.

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