Scotland's nature and geography
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With over 11,000km of coastline, hundreds of islands, majestic mountains and beautiful canals, rivers and lochs, Scotland’s landscape and distinct geography offers a stunning mix of unique and inspiring habitats for you to explore. Scotland’s nature and geography will take your breath away.
Discover over 1,400 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and 47 National Nature Reserves (NNR) each containing some of Scotland’s most dramatic scenery and threatened wildlife. These rich and diverse habitats range from the sub arctic wilderness of the mountainous Cairngorms National Park, with its numerous arctic landforms and rare alpine plants, to the rare blanket bog of Caithness, and the unique low-lying, flower rich machair lands of the Hebridean coast, one of the most unique habitats in Europe.
Explore Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, Scotland’s first National Park, and you will find a haven for those who love walking, wildlife and the great outdoors. In the park you will come across the Arrochar Alps, one of the more popular climbing regions in Scotland due to its proximity to Glasgow. But you don’t have to climb mountains to enjoy this beautiful area - there are many fantastic walks along the shore of Loch Lomond.
Enjoy a walk along one of Scotland’s picturesque, meandering waterways where pristine rivers and lochs, full of wild salmon and trout, contribute to the breathtaking scenery. For those with green-fingers, take a stroll around one of the many beautiful award-winning gardens found across the country.
With miles upon miles of scenic landscape and a wealth of wildlife splendour, take your time to appreciate the beauty of this wild and untamed land.
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The Black Cuillin, Skye
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The garden of Broughton House, Kirkcudbright
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Ben Cruachan, Argyll
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Da Nort Bank, Foula
Mountains and hills
Scotland is known for her majestic mountains and rolling hills - why not take on one of Scotland’s iconic Munros?
Coasts and islands
Explore thousands of miles of stunning coastline, taking in rich wildlife, geological treasures and pristine white beaches.
Forests and woodlands
Scotland is home to a variety of stunning woodlands and dense forests that are teeming with wildlife and flora.
Gardens and parks
Scotland boasts a wide range of stunning parks and gardens in the cities, countryside and castle grounds.
National Parks
Uncover Scotland’s two beautiful National Parks in the Cairngorms and in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs.
Canals, rivers and lochs
Whether you travel by boat or towpath, you can witness spectacular landscapes and rich built heritage.
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
This breathtakingly beautiful region is the location of Scotland's first national park and is full of pristine lochs, lush glens and rugged mountains waiting to be explored.
Cairngorms National Park
Use this itinerary to explore and discover the wild gems at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, with its unrivalled range of outdoor activities to enjoy and so much to see and do.
Nature and geography across Scotland
Fife Coastal Path
Make the most of the great countryside on the Fife Coastal Path, try one of many cycle routes or visit award-winning beaches.
Scotland's Garden Scheme
Visit some of Scotland's finest privately-owned gardens with Scotland's Gardens (SG).
Shetland's geology
Shetland’s extraordinary landscape is a treasure trove of stunning geological landmarks found throughout these remote islands.
Green city spaces and countryside parks
Discover the great outdoors in Edinburgh & The Lothians with many beautiful parks, beaches and gardens.
Highland landscapes
Uncover magnificent glens, towering peaks, breathtaking beaches and famous lochs.
East horticultural delights
Explore beautiful gardens on a walk through exotic blooms and sculpted shrubs in Perthshire, Angus and Fife.
