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.
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.
Enjoy National Scenic Areas Admire the superb views as you take to our hills and mountains or explore our coasts and islands within Scotland’s National Scenic Areas.
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.
Discover our National Parks One of Scotland’s National Parks has 22 lochs in which to swim, sail and paddle. The other contains 55 Munros – including five of the UK’s six highest peaks.
Cycle for nature blog SNH's Chief Executive, Francesca Osowska, has begun a gruelling 1,300 mile, seven month bike ride across Scotland.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Discover your Local Nature Reserve Nature is right on your doorstep. Scotland currently has 74 Local Nature Reserves, many of them are close to our cities and towns. Where is your nearest wild place?
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.
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.
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.
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.
Trusadh ainmean nam maorach/Gathering names for shellfish Tha co-chomhairle phoblach air liosta de dh’ainmean Gàidhlig air maoraich a ghabhas lorg timcheall costa na h-Alba air tòiseachadh an-diugh (8 Cèitean) le Dualchas Nàdair na h-Alba (SNH). A public consultation on recommended Gaelic names for the most common shellfish in Scotland's seas has been launched today (8 May) by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH). News update - 08/05/18
SNH response to RSPB on the Strathbraan licence Mike Cantlay, Chair of SNH, responds to the RSPB’s letter on the issuing of the Strathbraan licence. News update - 03/05/2018
Nature of Scotland Awards 2018 Enter the Nature of Scotland Awards! Deadline for entries is 11 June. News update - 30/04/2018
Craigellachie NNR consultation - Drop-in event 14 May 2018 Local people are being asked to share their thoughts on plans for the future management of a National Nature Reserve (NNR) in Strathspey. News update - 27/04/18
SNH Statement on Strathbraan Licence Across Scotland, our curlews, lapwings, and oyster catchers bring delight to many of us with their distinctive flight and calls. While they bring our hills and islands alive in spring, their numbers are in serious decline. News update - 26/04/18
Loch Carron possible MPA Consultation 20 March - 13 June 2018 Find out more about Loch Carron's marine life and be part of the public consultation. Consultation
Invereshie and Inshriach NNR consultation - 16 April - 17 May 2018 Local people are being asked to share their thoughts on plans for the future management of a National Nature Reserve (NNR) in the Cairngorms. News update - 16/04/2018
Scottish nature at greatest potential to benefit people and economy this century, study shows Scotland's plants, wildlife, air, water and land - known as natural capital - are delivering stronger benefits to people and business across Scotland than in the previous two decades, according to the first study of its kind. News update - 03/04/18
