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Access opportunities for those with mobility difficulties

Scotland is undoubtedly well known for its hills and mountains but although this may not sound ideal for people with mobility difficulties there are still many places where access opportunities exist and some of these routes are detailed below. These routes range from those which are specifically designed such as those created by Forestry Commission Scotland or the Cairngorm mountain company, to routes that were originally built for other purposes, such as canal towpaths.

A number of organisations exist that can help provide information on access opportunities for those with mobility difficulties and we have listed a number of these below and on our links pages.

Forth & Tay Disabled Ramblers
The Chair
16 Woodlands Road
LUNDIN LINKS
Fife
KY8 6HG
Tel: (Chairperson) 01333 320864
Web: www.ftdr.com

Fieldfare Trust
7 Volunteer House
69 Crossgate
CUPAR
Fife KY15 5AS
Tel: 01334 657708
Email: info@fieldfare.org.uk
Web: www.fieldfare.org.uk

Borders Disability Forum
Roxburgh House Court
Roxburgh Street
GALASHIELS
TD1 1NY
Tel: 01896 668578
Fax: 01896 668703
Email: rangers@scotborders.org.uk
Web: www.bordersdisabilityforum.org.uk/news/rangers/

Paths for All
Ali Hibbert
Project Officer
Paths for All
Inglewood House
ALLOA FK10 2HU
Tel: 01259 218888
Email: info@pathsforall.org.uk
Web: www.pathsforall.org.uk/

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Moine Mhor - 'The Great Moss'

A very short woodland walk in the Tileworks Wood on the edge of The Great Moss.
Distance: 1.5km/0.9 mile Duration: 1 hour

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Oban to Connel

A walk along the Old Coach Road between Oban and Connel.
Distance: 8km/5 miles Duration: 1 1/2 hours 

Longer Walks Disabled walk Ettrick Bay to Kilmichael, Isle of Bute

A long, but flat walk along a quiet minor road and track.
Distance: 16 km/3 miles Duration: 5 hours

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Explore Abernethy Footpath Network

A network of waymarked footpaths through the village of Nethy Bridge.
Distance: 37 kms/23 miles Duration: 1 hour Height Gain: 40 metres/132 feet

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Allt Mor Forest Trails

A good walk through native forest at the foot of the Cairngorms
Distance: 5km/3 miles Duration: 2 hours Height Gain: 50 metres/165 feet

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Allt Aonach All Abilities Trail, Cairngorm

An all abilities trail high on the side of Cairngorm but easily accessed from the main car park.
Distance: 0.3/0.19 miles Duration: 1/ 2hour

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Loch Trail, Glenmore

An easy trail around the East end of Loch Morlich.
Distance: 1.5 kms/0.9miles Duration: 1/2 hour Height Gain: 10 metres/33 feet

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Cambus o' May Forest Walks

Short circular forest tracks.
Distance: 3km/1.86 miles Duration: 1 hour Height Gain: 10 metres/33 feet

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Abbey Craig to Stirling

A shortish walk from one of Scotland's most dramatic monuments.
Distance: 2kms/1.25miles Duration: 1 hour

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Gartmorn Dam, Clackmannanshire

At the heart of Gartmorn Dam Country Park this walk has gentle gradients.
Distance: 4kms/2.5miles Duration: 2 hours Height Gain: 10 metres/33 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Wildlife Walk - Falls of Clyde

The Falls of Clyde Scottish Wildlife Trust reserve covers 59 hectares.
Distance: 2.5km/1.6miles Duration: 1 hour Height Gain: 15 metres/49.5 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Mugdock Country Park

A gentle stroll around part of Mugdock Country Park.
Distance: 1.75km/1.1 miles Duration: 3/4 hour Height Gain: 5 metres/16.5 feet

Longer Walks Disabled walk Forth and Clyde Canal (Camelon to Underwood)

A level walk along the towpath of the Forth and Clyde Canal.
Distance: 14.4kms/2.75miles Duration: 5 hours

Longer Walks Disabled walk Polmont to Falkirk

A long, but flat walk along the towpath of the Union Canal.
Distance: 14.4km/9miles Duration: 4 hour

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Caledonian Canal: Fort Augustus - Kytra Lock

One of several pleasant walks at Fort Augustus, along the Caledonian Canal.
Distance: 8km/5miles Duration: 2 1/2 hours Height Gain: 10 metres/33 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk The Ness Islands

A pleasant short walk if you have an hour to pass in Inverness, near the town centre.
Distance: 2.75km/1.7miles Duration: 3/4 hour 

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Firkin Point, West Lomondside

Firkin Point is situated on the west banks of Loch Lomond.
Distance: Various Duration: Various 

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Craig Phadrig, Inverness

Two forest walks on Craig Phadrig, the prominent hill overlooking Inverness.
Distance: 3km/1.9miles Duration: 3/4 hours Height Gain: 100 metres/330 feet

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Nairn Riverside Path

An easy walk along the riverside in the seaside town of Nairn.
Distance: 4km/2.5miles Duration: 1 hour Height Gain: 10 metres/33 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Torrieston Walk - 2

This is an All Abilities Trail, one of the Torrieston Walks near Elgin, Moray.
Distance: 1.6km/1mile Duration: 1/2 hour 

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Bennachie - Pine Walk

Walk through attractive Scots pine woodland & see sculptures hidden in the wood.
Distance: 0.52km/0.33miles Duration: 1/3 hour Height Gain: 25 metres/82.5 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Wildlife Walk - Spey Bay

Spey Bay reserve is part of the largest area of coastal shingle in Scotland.
Distance: 10.4km/6.5miles Duration: 1 1/2 hours

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Ferry Wood, Lairg

Two routes, including an all abilities trail through a forest on the shores of Loch Shin.
Distance: 2km/1.25miles Duration: 1 hour Height Gain: 20 metres/66 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Contin Forest

Contin Forest has a series of trails of varying lengths.
Distance: 1km/0.6miles Duration: 1/4 hour Height Gain: 10 metres/33 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Leitir Easidh All Abilities Path

Enjoy a wonderful walk which is perfect for all.
Distance: 1.5km/0.9miles Duration:       Height Gain: 50 metres/165 feet

Longer Walks Family walk Disabled walk Morangie Forest Walk

This is a delightful walk near Tain in Easter Ross, climbing and giving stunning views.
Distance: 11km/6.9miles Duration: 3 1/3 hours Height Gain: 200 metres/660 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Achany Glen, Lairg

Two short forest trails near to the Falls of Shin - a famous salmon leap.
Distance: 1.5km/0.9miles Duration: 1/2 hour Height Gain: 50 metres/165 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk A Circuit of Loch Dunmore

This is a great walk for all the family and for those with mobility difficulties.
Distance: 1.5km/0.9miles Duration: 3/4 hour 

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Quarrymill Woodland Park, Perth

Quiet wooded walks by the Annaty Burn with excellent facilities for wheelchair users.
Distance: 1.5km/0.9miles Duration: 1/2 hour Height Gain: 40 metres/132 feet

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Dalbeattie Forest Easy Access Trail

A pleasant short walk suitable for all abilities though Dalbeattie forest.
Distance: 2km/1.25miles Duration: 1 hour Height Gain: 50 metres/165 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Mabie Forest - All Abilities Trail

A leisurely walk through exotic conifers, taking in a sensory garden and woodland pond.
Distance: 1.5km/0.9miles Duration: 1/2 hour Height Gain: 10 metres/33 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Dalbeattie Forest - All Abilities Trail

Easy, quiet walk through pinewoods and out to the Plantain Loch.
Distance: 1.5km/0.9miles Duration: 3/4 hour Height Gain: 10 metres/33 feet

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Cruggleton Castle and Galloway House Gardens

Enjoy a breath of fresh air on this coastal walk in Dumfries and Galloway.
Distance: 6km/3.75miles Duration: 2 hours Height Gain: 50 metres/165 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Girvan Promenade

Moderate promenade walk with beautiful coastal views.
Distance: 3km/1.9miles Duration: 1 hour

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Bladnoch River Walk

A pleasant walk on the banks of the River Bladnoch.
Distance: 4km/2.5miles Duration: 1 hour Height Gain: 30 metres/99 feet

Moderate Walks Family walk Disabled walk Glenfinnan Visitor Centre to Corryhully

Easy walk to Corryhully bothy with stunning views over Loch Shiel.
Distance: 8 km/5 miles Duration: 2 hours Height Gain: 100 metres/330 feet

Moderate Walks Disabled walk Glencoe Lochan

A short circular trail around a tranquil lochan with mountain views.
Distance: 2km/1.25miles Duration: 3/4 hour Height Gain: 20 metres/66 feet

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