Saddleback Cottage

This film about the legend of Ben Macdhui was made by a few people we know who are keen hillwalkers, well done !

Loch Morlich has a number of great way marked walks within easy reach of Nethy Bridge. Park here

Most of the walk is in open pine forest, with ever-changing views of Loch Morlich as you walk round it. The paths are all good and no special footwear is required. The walk takes you to access points for some of the varied activities available at the loch: boating, swimming (sandy beach), fishing, sailing and canoeing.

Usually in late summer and autumn there is a large array of Fungi that sprout out of the ground all over the village. I wouldn't recommend picking or eating any unless you are really used to collecting them. Certainly there are many chantrelle around but it's best to spot them and investigate theire variety rather than eating them. There is a good book on Mushroom and Edible Mushrooms in the cottage. A word of warning though - you need to be up early before the maggots get into the stalks (yuk!)

You can follow a guide walk up to the Cairngorms to visit and feed the Reindeer Herd. Its a guided walk call 01479 861228 to book or try and meet up by Glenmore Lodge (follow signposts).

Visits to the Herd leave daily at 11.00 am from the Cairngorm Reindeer Centre. During the Summer months from May to September, a second trip goes out in the afternoon at 2.30 pm.. During the Winter, (October - April) they only have the 11.00.am morning daily visit and this is dependent upon weather conditions being suitable . An admission charge is made for the trip. See below for admission charges

The visit to the herd involves your making a short journey in your car to nearer the reindeer location. They will lead the cavalcade in one of our vehicles and, if you have no transport of your own, there is normally room in someone's vehicle.

We suggest that you have suitable clothing with you. Boots, Wellingtons or Stout Footwear are appropriate; high heels are not. If we advise you to take a waterproof jacket or warm clothing with you, please do so.

When the cavalcade reaches its destination (about 5 minutes drive up the ski road), you will then be taken on a short hill walk lasting around 30 minutes to where the reindeer will be grazing or, more likely, waiting for lunch to arrive. Your guide will then give a short talk including any specific instructions for that particular visit which may be necessary for your safety and comfort..

Admission Charges (check that they are current)

Adult £ 8
Child (Ages 6 to 16) £ 4
Under 6 free
Family Ticket £20

Either from Nethy Bridge or from the car park at Glenmore Forest there is a great walk to Ryvoan Bothy through the Cairngorms. Great views of the mountains, loch morlich and the special "green lochan" its a simple enough walk for all the family. Walking Scotland has a great guide to get there you will need Explore 403 map to keep you on track. Should be in the drawer!

From the car park to Glenmore Lodge the route follows a single track road; from there to the Green Lochan the path is very good; Green Lochan to Ryvoan not so good. This last section, and particularly the climb up from the Green Lochan on the return journey, make boots advisable.

On this section of the walk, at 400m, there are superb views across the Pass of Ryvoan into the Northern Corries.



Once you get to the top you will be very happy! Take a flask

Explore Abernethy has done a really good job of creating simple and easily accessible walks within the lovely village of Nethy Bridge.

A network of waymarked woodland footpaths and an all abilities riverside trail provide the opportunity to discover the natural beauty and cultural history of the Abernethy area.

The paths are generally low level with minimal gradient and average 5km ( 3miles ) in length.

Links have been created with the neighbouring villages of Grantown-on-Spey and Boat of Garten with the completion of the Speyside way

More information can be found at www.exploreabernethy.plus.com