Leave no trace

The Cairngorms National Park is a uniquely special place and loved by many who visit, work and live here. By pledging to leave no trace, everyone who enjoys this area can make sure that it is protected from pollution and damage, and preserved for generations to come.

It’s important to consider the impact of your visit on the landscape and wildlife in the area. Remember, it’s not just you, the numbers of people in popular spots can lead to a build up of impacts, which is why it’s so important to leave no trace.

Putting rubbish in a bag Mark Craig

To help leave no trace we ask that you: 

• Bring a litter bag and take all your rubbish away with you.  Better still, ditch the disposables and bring food and drink in reusable containers and bottles.
• Remove all traces of your picnic spot, camping pitch etc including food waste, which if left can attract vermin and spread disease. Treat food waste and fruit peel like litter by bagging it, binning it and taking it away with you.
• Toilet responsibly to prevent pollution. If there are no public toilets around you need to go, make sure you are at least 30 metres away from lochs, rivers and streams and help to preserve our pristine waters.  Go to the toilet well away from footpaths and buildings and be discreet!  Dig a hole and bury solid waste and take any toilet paper and sanitary items away with you.