Aviemore - Boat of Garten

Distance	Approximate Time	Height Gain	OS Map
9 kms	2 1/2 hours	100 metres	Explorer 403: Cairn Gorm & Aviemore

Description

This is a very picturesque linear walk which is suitable for all the family and has an added treat for the children (of all ages!).

Head onto the main street of Aviemore from the railway station and turn right towards shops and a car park adjacent to the police station which is about 200 yards away. From here pick up the village's orbital footpath which in turn leads to the waymarked Speyside Way.

This follows the River Spey and the railway line towards the small settlement of Boat of Garten, walking over heather moor and through copses of birch and old Scots pine, with dramatic views to the Cairngorms.

To return to Aviemore walk back via the outward route or better still, reminisce about rail travel in days gone by and catch the Strathspey (steam) Railway back to Aviemore - a wonderful way to end a lovely walk!

Access Info

This is a great walk to combine with rail travel - train operator and timetable information is available by calling the National Rail Enquiries service on 08457 48 49 50.