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.
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.
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.
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 National Nature Reserves (NNRs). These reserves protect an amazing range of wildlife and landscapes and each one is waiting to be discovered by you.
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.
Under the sea Dive in and explore some of Scotland’s remarkable marine life through these virtual dives.
NatureScot 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.
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.
Discover your Local Nature Reserve Nature is right on your doorstep. Scotland currently has 75 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.
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.
Explore Scotland 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.
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.
Isle of May NNR to re-open Isle of May is re-opening to public landings from Monday, as the majority of seabirds have left the island. News - 5 August
Big wins for Coigach and Assynt Read about the significant changes this community partnership have brought to this remote area. Blog - 2 August
Heading for the hills? Walkers are urged to check online for deer stalking before Heading for the Scottish hills. News - 2 August
The Willows of Loch Leven Reserve Officer Ian tells us about the importance of the willow at Loch Leven NNR. Blog - 29 July
Fairy Mountains of the Gàidhealtachd Read our latest blog with Roddy Maclean, highlighting the connection between the Gaelic language and Scotland's environment. Blog - 07 July
