Reserve Closure
This reserve will close on Thursday 14 November for an all-staff meeting. Please check locally for site specific closure times and details.
What's here? at Loch Ruthven
Available on site
Car park open between 8am - 8pm. Outside these times the gate to the carpark will be locked.
- 8 spaces.
- Not suitable for large camper vans.
- No overnight parking.
- No cycle racks.
There is a 500m long trail running from the car park to the hide. It is relatively level but narrow natural trail consisting of hard-packed earth, narrow boardwalks, boulders and rough woodland path.
Signs in the car park will indicate if the hide is open or closed. There is a small viewing screen on the north side of the hide, which is available at all times. One hide with two steps to access and single height sash viewing windows, fixed benches without backs.
Benches are located on the start of the trail.
Not available on site
There are no toilets here.
The nearest toilets are located at Daviot Wood (A9 Northbound) and Dores (B862, near Dores Inn) around 6 miles away.
There are no toilets here.
The nearest toilets are located at Daviot Wood (A9 Northbound) and Dores (B862, near Dores Inn) around 6 miles away.
500m from the car park to the hide, relatively level but narrow natural trail consisting of hard-packed earth, narrow boardwalks, boulders and rough woodland path.
500m from the car park to the hide, relatively level but narrow natural trail consisting of hard-packed earth, narrow boardwalks, boulders and rough woodland path.
There are no toilets here.
The nearest toilets are located at Daviot Wood (A9 Northbound) and Dores (B862, near Dores Inn) around 6 miles away.
BBQs are a fire risk, endangering other people and the precious wildlife and habitats here. They are not permitted on the reserve at any time.
Restrictions
This nature reserve is important for wildlife. RSPB Scotland welcomes responsible access, in line with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
During the ground-nesting bird breeding season (1 April to 15 August) we would ask that you keep your dog close to you, preferably on a short lead and out of the Loch. Please clean up after your dog.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all parts of the reserve.