Enjoying the outdoors
Year of Natural Scotland 2013
Make 2013 your year to explore Scotland's nature and landscapes. Read on to see what's on offer and how you can get involved.
Simple pleasures
Nature really is right on your doorstep. Our campaign encourages you to get outdoors and enjoy life's simple pleasures, wherever you may be.
Explore for a day
Exciting ideas for visitors and locals on some of the best places to enjoy nature, landscapes and history.
Where to go
Find out more about specific places to visit such as Nature Reserves and National Parks. Or explore using paths, tracks and routes.
What can I do?
From walks and places to visit, to volunteering and gardening for wildlife, find out some of the things you can do here
What can I see?
Scotland has an amazing diversity of landscapes, wildlife and geology to explore and enjoy. Delve into some ideas here that you get you outdoors.
Your access rights
Wherever you go, know the simple steps you must take to look after the environment and the needs of others working in or enjoying it.
Planning my trip
Travelling further afield? Take time to make the most of it and get advice on planning your trip.
Why the outdoors?
Discover Scotland, explore your local area and enjoy all the benefits of getting outdoors more.
Related Links
Managing recreation and access
Are you involved in recreation and access policy? Do you have a direct role in managing access or recreation? Find information here.
Delivering health and well-being
Learn more about the contribution of the natural heritage to physical and mental health, well-being and quality of life in Scotland