Aviemore paths

Nestled at the heart of Strathspey, Aviemore is a vibrant and exciting place to visit. Look in any direction and you’ll see a backdrop of high mountains and woodlands through which flows the River Spey. Aviemore is a great place to enjoy a walk and explore the surrounding countryside and its abundant wildlife.
Starting in the centre of the village, there are six paths exploring along the River Spey, through Craigellachie National Nature Reserve (NNR) for some of the best views in the National Park or looping out and around the village.
Nestled at the heart of Strathspey, Aviemore is a vibrant and exciting place to visit. Look in any direction and you’ll see a backdrop of high mountains and woodlands through which flows the River Spey. Aviemore is a great place to enjoy a walk and explore the surrounding countryside and its abundant wildlife.
Starting in the centre of the village, there are six paths exploring along the River Spey, through Craigellachie National Nature Reserve (NNR) for some of the best views in the National Park or looping out and around the village.
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We hope you enjoy exploring the trails around Aviemore, but please do so responsibly. The National Park is a special place with rare wildlife, some of which is sensitive to disturbance. You can help protect the local wildlife by following all signs and keeping dogs close by (on a lead where requested).