The Cateran Trail - closures and diversions

Here you can find the latest information on Cateran Trail closures, diversions and warnings in place for safety reasons.

Closed

Kirkmichael to Enochdhu - the Cateran Trail is closed between Kirkmichael and Enochdhu due to fallen trees on the route caused by Storm Arwen.

Blackcraig Forest - the Cateran Trail is also closed through Blackcraig Forest due to fallen trees caused by Storm Arwen.

Storm damage sign

Diversions

Kirkton of Glenisla - the Brackny Pedestrian Bridge which crosses the River Isla at Kirkton of Glenisla is currently closed to all users. The bridge was subject to a recent engineer survey and a section of the timber joists which support the decking have been found to be rotten. The Cateran Trail has been temporally rerouted via Whitehills Farm. The diversion is 1.7 miles in length.

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Warning

Drimmie Wood - There are a number of trees down in Drimmie Wood, so it is not advisable to visit at this time.

Latest

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Community support to repair Glenisla bridge

The well-loved wrought iron bridge at Kirkton of Glenisla, which is currently closed due to safety concerns, has the community’s support for much-needed urgent repairs.
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Please be aware that the Perth and Kinross Countryside Trust is carrying out improvements to the Cateran Trail on the Pitcarmick Estate between Woodhill and Davley.
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