Culbin Forest

Culbin Forest, Forres, Aberdeenshire and Moray, Scotland

Culbin Forest - peaceful woodland trails, wildlife and coastal scenery near Findhorn.

Culbin Forest is a vast and varied woodland on the Moray coast, offering a peaceful setting for walking, cycling and exploring the outdoors. Planted across an extensive area of shifting sands, the forest has developed into a fascinating landscape of pine woodland, dunes and coastal habitats, providing plenty of opportunities to escape into nature.

A network of waymarked trails allows visitors to explore the forest on foot or by bike, with routes passing through woodland rich in wildlife. One of the highlights is the Hill 99 viewpoint, where a distinctive wooden tower provides impressive views across the treetops and surrounding landscape. The forest's combination of sheltered paths and open spaces makes it an enjoyable destination throughout the year.

Culbin Forest also offers accessible options for visitors with limited mobility. The well-surfaced paths around the Gravel Pit Ponds from Wellhill car park are suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs, with a firm surface and generally gentle gradients. Other routes vary in accessibility, and the Hill 99 viewing platform is reached by steps. With trails for a range of visitors, peaceful surroundings and abundant wildlife, Culbin Forest is one of the top things to do in Moray for enjoying the outdoors.

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