The Cairngorms National Park
The Cairngorms National Park, which officially opened in September 2003, is Scotland's second national park and the UK's largest at 3800 square kilometres (1400 square miles). It stretches from Grantown-on-Spey to the heads of the Angus Glens, from Ballater to Dalwhinnie and Drumochter including much of the Laggan area in the southwest and a large area of the Glen Livet estate and the Strathdon/Glen Buchat area.
Given the huge area that it covers (larger than the Lake District and twice the size of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs), it's hardly surprising that it encompasses a unique range of landscapes, wildlife, habitats, and people within its boundaries.
Getting Here
Below we have included public transport and travel information to assist you in your journey.
The Healthy Option
Many people enjoy Scotland by cycle - whether riding all the way or just getting around the park during you visit, it really is the way to enjoy this beautiful location. For all things 'bike' see Sustrans
