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Remote Highlands Cycling Holiday

12 Day: Guided Off Road

Forsinard Flows Nature Reserve

Forsinain Flows is part of a vast expanse of blanket bog, sheltered straths and mountains known as The Flow Country. The area is one of Scotland's most important natural treasures. The RSPB Scotland looks after more than 21,000 hectares working to protect the landscape.  Within the reserve  there are wildlife trails, a viewing tower, visitor centre and  guided walks.

The visitor centre at Forsinard is housed in former railway station buildings.

The reserve has two marked trails which allow visitors to explore the peatland habitat, discover the complex pool systems and see some of the wildlife on the reserve; such as breeding waders, hunting Hen Harrier or herds of  Red Deer.

The Flows Viewing Tower gives a unique perspective of a classic pool system on the Dubh Lochan Trail, which can now be accessed via a boardwalk or flagstone trail.

The best time of year to visit if you are looking to see breeding peatland birds is April-June. If insects and peatland plants are your thing then June-August is the best time for your visit.