Gight Wood

VISITING THE RESERVE

How to get there

Directions

Gight Woods are situated in a remote location on steep land sloping down to the River Ythan, about 27 miles north of Aberdeen, 2 miles upstream of Methlick and 3 miles east of Fyvie, lying off the B9005. Access to the reserve can be gained from the Forestry Commission car park at this location.

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Getting onto the reserve

From the car park, follow the Forestry Commission track to its conclusion, go through the gate and cross a field to the access point (please note that livestock are sometimes present in the field). There is a waymarked circular footpath around the reserve, which includes a few steep climbs. Please note the section of path on the south side of the river Ythan is not owned or managed by the Scottish Wildlife Trust

Access restrictions

The circular footpath is not wheelchair accessible.