Outdoor Activities in Moray and Morayshire

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Trail walking

Hill walking

Off road cycle trails

Mountain bike trails

Rock climbing crags

Horse trail riding

Surfing

Sailing

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The icons on the map show where you can enjoy various activities around Moray. If you click on the icons further information about each location will be shown here. (This needs javascript to be switched on. On Internet Explorer 7 you may need to 'allow blocked content'.) See also general information for your chosen activity in the main panel below.

Walking in Moray, North East Scotland

If you enjoy sandy beaches, cliffs, secluded bays, small harbours, sea stacks, caves, etc then the Moray Coast Trail is for you. The sections at Covesea and at Cullen at highlighted on the map. Inland you must explore the Sluie walks by the River Findhorn, the Speyside Way and of course our very own Dava Way. The majestic Spey in its broad strath is a marked contrast to the many steep gorges that convine the rushing Findhorn, and both are unrivalled within Scotland. There are countless forest trails offering gentle walking whilst those with loftier aims will enjoy climbing Ben Rinnes, Carn Daimh or the Cromdale Hills.

Off road cycling in Moray, North East Scotland

There are lots of off road cycling options in Moray. We have selected Culbin Forest and Roseisle Forest as offering something special in this area but you could cycle for days on the tracks of the numerous Forest Enterprise plantations scattered around Moray. Try the Moray Coast Ride, and of course we must recommend the Dava Way and sections of the Speyside Way. That is a busy weeks holiday planned out for you already!.

Rock Climbing in Moray, North East Scotland

There are four small but worthwhile rock climbing outcrops in the area; sea cliffs at Covesea, Cummingston and Logie Head, and inland at Huntly's Cave. The local Moray Montaineering Club is a hill walking club with a small group of rock climbing enthusiasts who meet on a Wednesday evening, usually at Cummingston sea cliffs. Cummingston is a magic wee place, pop on down, chances are you'll meet like minded souls.

Surfing on the shores of the Moray Firth

There is good surfing to be had when the tides and wind are right. Lossiemouth is a favoured location, along with Sandend Bay to the east. Not as good as Thurso, but good fun if you're in the area. Check conditions including a seven day forecast.

Hill walking in Moray, North East Scotland

Ben Macdui is the highest summit in Moray, being on the southern boundary with Highland. Most of Moray offers gentler scenery as it gradually descends from the Grampian Mountains to the shores of the Moray Firth. Ben Rinnes and Carn Daimh have good paths and fine views to the Grampian Mountains to the south, and over the Moray Firth to Caithness in the north. The Cromdale Hills offer ridge walking along Strath Spey but the going can be rough with fewer well defined paths.

Mountain bike trails in Moray, North East Scotland

Local volunteers working with Forest Enterprise have created some fantastic mountain bike challenges through the forested hills on the east of the River Spey. The Moray Monster Trails provide 30km of riding at three linked locations, Whiteash, Ordiequish and Ben Aigan. Local buses take bicyles at no charge, what are you waiting for!

Horse riding in Moray, North East Scotland

Horse riding is a popular activity in the Moray area. Riders are welcome to explore the forests around Moray, with the forests of Culbin, Roseisle and Lossiemouth particularly recommended. We hope that Moray will become an even better place to ride with the Moray Equestrian Access Group working hard to extend the places to ride.

Sailing in the Moray Firth

There are many harbours along the Moray Firth Coast. We have highlighted Lossiemouth, a prominant headland at the mouth of the River Lossie with a small marina and extensive sands to either side. With the decline of fishing many traditional harbours now sport yachts where trawlers once berthed. Findhorn Bay is a water playground in the summer months. Those who venture out into the Firth are rewarded with wonderful coastal scenery and our own school of dolphins.

Addition information
Why not visit the Greater Speyside website or the This is Moray website.

Outdoor Activities in the Moray area