FAMILY WALKS

Royal Deeside is a walker’s paradise. The walks surrounding Castlewood Holiday Park vary in range and we have listed here the walks that can be undertaken by families with children.

Clachnaben

Although this is not suitable for small children, this is one of the best known of Aberdeenshire’s lower hills, celebrated together with Bennachie in an old couplet. Its fame rests on the magnificent granite tor on its summit, a superb and a worthy objective for any outing.
Start Banchory, Distance 5.5 miles, Ascent 511’, Time 3hr


Scolty 983’

An easy family walk with the fascination of the Burnett monument to get youngsters to the top! Fantastic views of the Feughside and lower Deeside.
Start Banchory, Distance 4 miles, Ascent 700’, Time 2 hrs


Morlich 1248’

A pleasant shapely hill just above Aboyne Loch offering fine views of middle Deeside and ideal for a half-day trip.
Start Aboyne, Distance 4.5 miles, Ascent 850’, Time 2.5 hrs


Glen Tanar

An easy and attractive glen walk suitable for families. Glen Tanar contains a National Nature Reserve and fine remnants of the ancient Caledonian pine forest.
Start Aboyne , Distance as desired