Laggan paths
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Laggan has many paths and trails to explore suitable for all skill levels and abilities. Discover the area’s rich history while enjoying fine views, stunning waterfalls and an abundance of wildlife.
Formerly referred to by its longer Gaelic name of Lagan Achaidh Droma, which translates to ‘hollow at the field of the ridge’, Laggan has occupied a strategic position at the centre of the Scottish mainland where historically, travellers, soldiers, cattle drovers and packhorse teams found a warm welcome.
Don’t miss out on seeing the centre of Scotland stone on the Glentruim forest loop or take one of four trails to the stunning Falls of Pattack. For the more adventurous hiker, take a trip back in time, 2,000 years, to the ancient Pictish fort at Dun da Lamh - a scheduled monument site.
Laggan has many paths and trails to explore suitable for all skill levels and abilities. Discover the area’s rich history while enjoying fine views, stunning waterfalls and an abundance of wildlife.
Formerly referred to by its longer Gaelic name of Lagan Achaidh Droma, which translates to ‘hollow at the field of the ridge’, Laggan has occupied a strategic position at the centre of the Scottish mainland where historically, travellers, soldiers, cattle drovers and packhorse teams found a warm welcome.
Don’t miss out on seeing the centre of Scotland stone on the Glentruim forest loop or take one of four trails to the stunning Falls of Pattack. For the more adventurous hiker, take a trip back in time, 2,000 years, to the ancient Pictish fort at Dun da Lamh - a scheduled monument site.
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Paths and trails
Need to know
We hope you enjoy exploring the trails around Laggan, 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 and on a lead where requested.
Cattle may be present in the fields and woods so please keep your dog under close control and follow any signs.
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Relevant alerts
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There is an ongoing wildfire situation at Glenmore within the Cairngorms National Park. Click here for all the latest. We would encourage members of the public to follow current guidance and be aware that the situation may change.
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Very high fire risk - 15 to 24 July
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has issued a very high wildfire warning impacting areas of the National Park on Wednesday 15 until Friday 24 July. If you are out and about in the Cairngorms National Park please observe the following guidance:
- Do not light any fire or barbecue, in line with the new fire byelaw
- Always ensure cigarettes are fully extinguished and take your litter (including glass) away with you
- Enjoy the outdoors responsibly - most wildfires are caused by human activity
- Stay alert - with dry vegetation and warm weather, fires can start easily, spread rapidly, and burn intensely
- If you see a wildfire, dial 999
For further updates on wildfire risk across Scotland, visit the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service website. To find out more about the fire byelaw, and to see your questions answered, visit our fire byelaw page here.
