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Map of Loch Garten, Abernethy

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57.24402,-3.69517
  • Grid ref: NH978183
  • Lat/long: 57.24402,-3.69517
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Male goldeneye displaying, head thrown backCrested tit on lichen-covered branchCapercaillie displaying in pinewoods
Pair of ospreys feeding chicks at eyrieRSPB Loch Garten nature reserve, StrathspeyChildren looking at pond, RSPB Loch Garten
'Angel's wings' fungus growing on a mossy pine trunkGreylag geese in flight at duskYellow autumn birch leaves
Red squirrel sitting upIce on grassesOtter in water
Photo by Ben Hall
Photo by Nigel Blake
Photo by Andy Hay
Photo by Andy Hay
Photo by Andy Hay
Photo by Graham Catley
Photo by Steve Round
Photo by Andy Hay
Photo by Niall Benvie

Top things to do in Spring

  1. See the dramatic arrival of the ospreys - a colourful cast of players
  2. Visit Caper-watch to see lekking capercaillie
  3. Marvel at the antics of displaying goldeneyes on the lochs

Top things to do in Summer

  1. Enjoy a window on osprey family life at the osprey centre
  2. Immerse yourself in the scent of the pinewoods on a warm summer's day
  3. Discover the richness of the forest on our guided walks

Top things to do in Autumn

  1. Be dazzled by the spectacular autumn colours of autumn birch trees
  2. Discover the richness of pinewood fungi
  3. Check out roosting gulls, ducks and geese on Loch Garten

Top things to do in Winter

  1. Experience forests and lochs - locked in ice, muffled by snow and frost
  2. Enjoy a red squirrel encounter amongst the ancient pine trees
  3. Otters? They’re out there somewhere. Take a look on the Loch

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