Get active outdoors Give yourself a health and well-being boost. Being in the outdoors and getting active can raise your physical fitness and help you to de-stress.
Your access rights You can access most land and inland water in Scotland for recreation, as long as you do so responsibly. Find out what Scotland’s access rights mean for you.
Explore for a day Get more out of your next day trip. Our Explore for a day guides reveal the best places to enjoy nature, landscapes and history in 14 areas of Scotland.
What to see in your area From north to south and west to east, Scotland varies hugely in its nature and landscapes. Use our guides to discover the attractions of each area.
Routes to explore Discover paths and trails suited to walking, cycling and horse riding. Stay close to home or take to our hills and glens on 6,000 miles of paths – and counting.
Find a country park Escape urban life for a day – or even just an afternoon. Scotland has 40 country parks to discover and one of them is probably near you.
Scotland's National Nature Reserves Be inspired by the magic and beauty of Scotland's NNRs. These reserves protect an amazing range of wildlife and landscapes and each one is waiting to be discovered by you.
SNH nature reserves You’re welcome to visit any of our nature reserves, where you might uncover fossil fish, spot an otter or see a plant that’s unique to Scotland.
Explore a regional park Get out and about in the Pentland Hills. Follow a themed walk in the Lomond Hills. Or try one of the outdoor activities at Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park.
Communities and landscape You and your community have a big part to play in safeguarding your local place and wider landscape. Find out how to get involved.
Volunteer in the outdoors Nature conservation work in Scotland relies on volunteers. Give a little time and gain a whole lot in return – skills, friends, satisfaction and a great workout.
Visit a geopark Visit any of Scotland’s three geoparks to discover how deserts, seas, volcanoes and glaciers all had a role in shaping the landscape we see today.
Cycle for nature blog SNH's Chief Executive, Francesca Osowska, has begun a gruelling 1,300 mile, seven month bike ride across Scotland.
Top tips to help wildlife this winter This year, SNH’s Biodiversity Manager Debbie Bassett shares the range of ways to give nature a helping hand this winter. News - 10 Dec
A pollinator award creates a buzz New 'Pollinator-friendly award' marks first anniversary of the launch of The Pollinator Strategy for Scotland. Blog - 7 December
Status of Scotland's breeding bird survey published. Woodland and farmland birds are thriving in Scotland but upland birds continue to struggle, according to the latest figures. News - 29 November
Prepare to bid for Natural & Cultural Heritage Fund New £5 million fund supports projects that promote the amazing scenery, wildlife and culture heritage of the Highlands and Islands - available from 14 January 2019. Blog - 6 December
Official Statistics Scotland's terrestrial breeding birds Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) has today released the latest figures tracking the abundance of Scotland’s terrestrial breeding birds. News - 29 November
The connecting power of nature SNH supports Backbone project - Nature Exploration - that provides outdoor opportunities to marginalised groups. Blog - 26 November
