Dunkeld & Birnam
Delight in the area that epitomizes BIG TREE country.
From the last remaining survivor of the woods made famous by Shakespeare’s Macbeth, to the oak said to have provided inspiration for one of Scotland’s most famous fiddle players, the area has much to offer
A selection of waymarked trails begin and converge in the villages of Dunkeld and Birnam, taking walkers past some of the most spectacular heritage trees with views across the silvery Tay.
With a range of pathways for everyone, the area also provides off road cycle routes and white water rafting for the more adventurous visitor.
Projects
Braan Bridge
Upgrading of bridge to allow wheelchair access
The Trust carried out extensive alterations to the BraanBridge in 2008 to make the bridge accessible by wheelchair. The steep steps were removed and replaced by a ramp.
The bridge forms part of the Braan Path, one of the routes on the Dunkeld Path network. The Braan path follows the River Braan...
Craigvinean Forest to Rumbling Bridge
Upgrading a section of footpath linking CraigvineanForest to Rumbling Bridge
A partnership between Forestry Commission Scotland, Perth & Kinross Council and The Trust, ensured the upgrade to this footpath. The major improvement on the path was the provision of a new bridge across Craigvinean Burn. Designed and built to take horses as well as wal...
Craigvinean Forest and Pine Cone Point
Upgrading a section of footpath linking CraigvineanForest to Rumbling Bridge.
Craigvinean, by Dunkeld is part of an extensive forest originally planted by the Dukes of Atholl. There are many miles of track to explore including the new route created as part of the Big Tree Country project that leads to Pine Cone Point. The most abilities path gen...
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Den of Alyth
A pleasant walk amongst mixed open woodland in the deep, shady glen of the Alyth Burn.
