Wildlife reserves · Scottish Highlands
Cairngorms National Nature Reserve
Cairngorms National Nature Reserve in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.
Gill Stott — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Cairngorms National Nature Reserve is a nature reserve in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom — protected land managed for wildlife conservation, with footpaths, hides and visitor access. UK nature reserves include national, local and trust-managed sites covering everything from coastal saltmarsh to upland moor.
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Place summary
Cairngorms National Nature Reserve is a wildlife reserve located in the Scottish Highlands. It is known for its diverse range of habitats and species, making it an important area for conservation. The reserve encompasses a significant portion of the Cairngorms mountain range, recognised for its natural beauty and ecological significance.
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- Coordinates
- 57.0333, -3.8333
Sources
- wikidata: Q24653071 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cairngorms National Nature Reserve?
- Cairngorms National Nature Reserve is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom.
- Is Cairngorms National Nature Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Cairngorms National Nature Reserve is free to enter.
- Are dogs allowed at Cairngorms National Nature Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.