Newtonmore paths
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Located close to the centre of Scotland, Newtonmore is situated at the mouth of Glen Banchor surrounded by high mountains and commanding fantastic views up and down Badenoch and Strathspey.
A true Highland village in every sense of the word, Newtonmore is famous for shinty, the Clan Macpherson and is a great place to enjoy the outdoors.
Head off on an adventure on the wildcat trail, an orbital route that will lead you through woodland, past gorges, river and over moorland, with outstanding views. Then there is the popular Dalchurn Bridge walk taking you up into the beautiful Glen Banchor or follow the milk cow path for a short tour of the village.
In the centre of Newtonmore is the start / finish point of a section of the Speyside Way long-distance route. For a longer walk or cycle this can be followed northwards to Kingussie or beyond to Aviemore and ultimately the Moray coast.
Located close to the centre of Scotland, Newtonmore is situated at the mouth of Glen Banchor surrounded by high mountains and commanding fantastic views up and down Badenoch and Strathspey.
A true Highland village in every sense of the word, Newtonmore is famous for shinty, the Clan Macpherson and is a great place to enjoy the outdoors.
Head off on an adventure on the wildcat trail, an orbital route that will lead you through woodland, past gorges, river and over moorland, with outstanding views. Then there is the popular Dalchurn Bridge walk taking you up into the beautiful Glen Banchor or follow the milk cow path for a short tour of the village.
In the centre of Newtonmore is the start / finish point of a section of the Speyside Way long-distance route. For a longer walk or cycle this can be followed northwards to Kingussie or beyond to Aviemore and ultimately the Moray coast.
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Paths and trails
Need to know
We hope you enjoy exploring the trails around Newtonmore, 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.
Many of these trails cross farmland so please keep dogs under close control and ensure gates are properly closed.
Towns and villages
Relevant alerts
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The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has issued a wildfire warning impacting parts of the National Park from Wednesday 13 August until Tuesday 19 August. If you are out and about in the Cairngorms National Park please observe the following guidance:
- Do not light any fire or barbecue.
- 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.
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A short section of the Calder path – part of the Wildcat Trail – has washed away on the trail between the old St Bridget’s chapel cemetery and the Glen Banchor road. There is a diversion into the field above where the trail is closed.
