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The National Park

View over Glen Einich in late summer. Looking down on loch Einich with steep mountains on either side.
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There is an ongoing wildfire situation in Glenmore and Strath Nethy within the Cairngorms National Park.
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Find out more about the Cairngorms National Park, the UK's largest national park.
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News and views

All the latest news and views from around the Cairngorms National Park.
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Two people looking at an information board at a C2030 drop-in event in Carrbridge.

The Park Authority

An introduction to the Cairngorms National Park Authority, its roles and statutory duties.
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A red squirrel running alongside a pool of water, with its reflection mirrored perfectly in the water

Wildlife

The Cairngorms National Park is home to a quarter of the UK’s rare and endangered species. Its rich habitats are a haven for an array of wildlife, from iconic birds to elusive plants and flowers.
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Rothiemurchus forest in autumn - a birch woodland with yellow autumn leaves in mist

Landscapes

Learn more about the spectacular landscapes which make up the UK’s largest National Park, from majestic mountains to fertile farmland.
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Aerial image of the north of Aviemore and beyond, looking east

Towns and villages

The many towns and villages of the Cairngorms National Park are home to over 18,000 people and offer a range of amenities, historical points of interest and community initiatives.
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People at the Highland Folk Museum sat at an outside table practising 'waulking the cloth'

Culture and heritage

The Cairngorms National Park is rich in culture both past and present.

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