Ariundle Oakwood National Nature Reserve
Hearts of oak
Ariundle Oakwood National Nature Reserve (NNR) is a precious fragment of ancient oakwood. A lush covering of mosses, lichens and liverworts flourish here in this wonderful example of Scotland's rainforest. In spring, the woodland is rich in wildflowers. Listen to the amazing birdsong in the early mornings, look for butterflies and dragonflies or simply enjoy the paths and trails.
Find out more about visiting Ariundle Oakwood NNR.
Top attractions
Ariundle Oakwood NNR is renowned for its rain dampened oakwoods, which once covered the western edge of Britain. The oakwood was once cherished for fuelling the nearby iron smelter at Bonawe.
- Look out for the rare chequered skipper butterfly.
- Explore the oakwoods on our sheltered trail.
- Listen to a chorus of resident and visiting birds, including redstarts.
Find out more about the reserve and its natural history.
Contact
Reserve manager: Graeme Taylor
NatureScot
Great Glen House, Leachkin Road, Inverness IV3 8NW
Telephone: 01463 725000
Email: [email protected]
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Find out more
- Visiting the reserve leaflet
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- About the reserve
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- Discover more about why Scotland’s National Nature Reserves were created and the partners who manage them.
Related Links
- Designation and management of Scotland’s National Nature Reserves
- Learn more about other protected areas
- Follow our NNR Facebook page for up-to-date information on reserves across Scotland.
- Follow NatureScot’s Scotland’s Nature blog and find interesting articles on Scotland’s natural heritage.
- We work with Forestry Commission Scotland on many aspects of managing Ariundle Oakwood NNR.
- Ariundle Oakwood NNR is a member of VisitScotland and the GTBS (Green Tourism Business Scheme).
