Transport and active travel
Given the remote and rural nature of many areas of the Cairngorms, it is particularly important that we work at a local and National Park-wide level to improve sustainable and public transport, and to increase the availability of safe, accessible walking and cycling routes.
Private car usage accounts for nearly 20% of residents' and over 50% of visitors' carbon footprint in the Cairngorms National Park, with 92% of residents using their car at least once a week. Making it easier for residents and visitors alike to switch to more environmentally-friendly transport options is a key focus of our activity.
Work is also taking place to improve active travel options, boosting people's mental and physical health and providing an unrivalled network of path and cycle infrastructure. Some of the main areas of the Park Authority and partners' work in this area is summarised below.
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The new fire byelaw
How the Cairngorms National Park Authority and its partners are tackling the threat of wildfires, including details on the recreational fire management byelaw, in place from 1 April to 30 September each year.
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.
What we do
From pioneering conservation projects to community engagement and active travel, find out more about the range of work happening across the National Park.
Relevant alerts
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The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has issued a wildfire warning impacting areas of the National Park on Friday 29 May until Monday 1 June. 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.