About the Area
About the area
Glenfeshie Hostel sits in a the stunning Cairngorm National Park, surrounded by some of the most picturesque locations. Not far from Loch Insh, and alongside the River Feshie, it’s a place of true awe. The park itself is the largest in the UK, and covers parts of Aberdeenshire, Moray, Highland, Angus and Perth and Kinross.
Glenfeshie Hostel sits in a the stunning Cairngorm National Park, surrounded by some of the most picturesque locations. Not far from Loch Insh, and alongside the River Feshie, it’s a place of true awe. The park itself is the largest in the UK, and covers parts of Aberdeenshire, Moray, Highland, Angus and Perth and Kinross.
Discover wildlife
The vast natural space has attracted an array of wildlife, including Golden Eagle, Osprey, Dotterell, Capercaillie, Crested Tit, and several other bird species. It’s also home to pine martens, red squirrels, deer, badgers, wildcats, water vole, and otters. So, be sure to pack your binoculars, because there’s certainly plenty to see.
Climb Munros
There are more than 50 munros to walk in the Cairngorm National Park alone, with Glenfeshie Hostel offering direct access to Sgor Gaoith and Mullach Clach a’Bhlair. Vast forests, fragrant juniper fields and views above the Uath Lochans are just some of the delights you might on your journey to the summit.
Favourite facts
4 of Scotland’s 5 highest mountains are within the Cairngorm National Park
The Cairngorms is the home to the Scottish Crossbill – the only bird unique to Britain
The park covers 3,800 square kilometres. (That’s 40% larger than the Lake District.)
There are 52 summits that stand at over 900 metres
If you’re ready to experience it all for yourself, check availability at the Glenfeshie Hostel and book your stay online.
How to find us
Distances and times from major centres
- Edinburgh 125 miles / 2 ¾ hours
- Glasgow 138 miles / 3 hours
- Aberdeen 96 miles / 2 1/2 hours
- Inverness 42 miles / 1 hour
Directions
Train stations at Kingussie (15km) and Aviemore (15km). Buses stop at Kingussie and Aviemore; a limited number stop at Kincraig (7km).
By car or bike
From Kingussie take B9152 to Kincraig. Turn right at Kincraig, down unclassified road, after 2 km turn left onto B970 towards Feshiebridge. After travelling 1.5km, cross the River Feshie, travel another 300mtrs and then turn right onto a road signposted hostel, follow for 4km.
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Things to do
There is an abundance of leisure activities available with in a short distance of Glenfeshie Hostel
Walking
Direct access to
- The uplands west of Loch Einich
- Across country access to Braemar via Glenfeshie, Glen Geldie and White Bridge
- Loch an Eilein and Rothiemurchus via the Moor of Feshie Rock Climbing
Climbing
There are of course many climbing opportunities in the corries of the Cairngorm Mountains.
Cycling
- 3 miles from National Cycle Route 7 www.sustrans.co.uk
- Over 60 cycling routes within the Cairngorms National park
- Wolftrax Laggan – 40 minutes by car www.basecampmtb.com
- Cycle hire, repairs and accessories – Bothy Bikes 4 miles www.bothybikes.co.uk
Watersports
- Loch Insh Water sports Centre – 4 miles. www.lochinsh.com
- Loch Morlich – 8 miles
- Findhorn Bay – 1 hour by car
Skiing
- Downhill skiing, Cairngorm Mountain 12 miles www.cairngormmountain.co.uk
- Lecht Ski Centre – 30 miles www.lecht.co.uk
- Cross country skiing – There are numerous ski trails in the Forestry Commission trails in Glenfeshie as well as in the Cairngorm National Park. www.cbnsc.co.uk
Other Activities
- Horse riding, clay pigeon shooting, orienteering.
- Bird watching at Insh Marshes and at Loch Garten (Ospreys)
- Golf – several courses in the area including Kingussie, Newtonmore, Boat of Garten, Carrbridge as well as the new Spey Valley Golf Course which measures 7200 yards and features one of the longest par 5 holes in Scotland.
- There are, numerous museums as well as the the Highland Wildlife Park – 5 miles.
- The Landmark Forrest Theme Park is in Carrbridge some 15 miles away. www.landmarkpark.co.uk
- Aviemore – 5 miles – is a thriving holiday centre and provides access to many adventure based activities such as white water rafting and canyoning.