Gight Wood, on the slopes of the River Ythan, is one of the last remnants of ancient woodland in Aberdeenshire. This broadleaved woodland of hazel, oak and rowan supports badgers, red squirrels, brown hares and foxes.
Why visit?
Highlights include:
- Wildflowers
- Woodland walk
- Hazel woodland
Best time to visit?
- Apr to Aug for wildflowers
- May to Sep for hazelwoods
- Anytime for walking
Visit for:
- birdwatching
- woodlands
- wildflowers
- scenery
- mammals
Other information
A path leads through the woodland and up a few steep climbs to a viewpoint. Bluebells can be seen in early summer.