This charming small hill overlooking the village of Braemar has a lot to offer with outstanding views of the River Dee valley and the southern Cairngorm range.
Crathie Kirk
Crathie
Ballater
AB35 5UL
Crathie Kirk is a Church of Scotland place of worship most well known for regular visits by the Queen and Royal Family when they are in residence at Balmoral Castle.
Crathie Kirk
Crathie
Ballater
AB35 5UL
Craigendarroch may be a small hill, but it has a big place in the affections of the Ballater folk.
Craigendarroch Hill
Ballater
Between Ballater & Dinnet on the A93
Cambus O'May near Ballater is a lovely area which you can visit again and again to enjoy the different seasons.
Between Ballater & Dinnet on the A93
Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve, Dinnet, Aboyne
AB34 5NB
A circular walk from the Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve Visitor Centre takes you to this impressive geological feature known as the Burn O' Vat, a deep water gouged bowl that you can enter.
Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve, Dinnet, Aboyne
AB34 5NB
Darroch Wood
Blairgowrie
The Bluebell Wood trail is a two-mile circular route taking in Darroch Wood, Ardblair Wood, Fingask Loch and White Loch where, as well as bluebells in the oak woodlands, osprey are regularly seen fishing
Darroch Wood
Blairgowrie
Hidden in the Angus Glens, Auchentaple Loch can be found on the route of the Cateran Trail and is a haven for wildlife.
At 600 ft wide, 300 ft deep and 6 miles long, the Ailnack Gorge is Scotland's largest glacial melt water channel.
This steeply arched bridge was built in 1751 and crosses the River Gairn with lovely views and photo opportunities.
In Grantown-on-Spey, a bustling high street boasts traditional architecture, quirky cafes and unusual shops. A beautiful setting next to the River Spey with many walking activities and views stretching as far as the Cairngorms.