Things To Do
Local Attractions
As well as being the gateway to the NC500, the Black Isle is a beautiful area with plenty to do. Great walking, dolphins and other wildlife trips, beaches are all to be found and the infamous Loch Ness only a short drive away.
The Forestry Commission trails at Ord Hill are a very short distance from the Caravan site – offering great walks with views over the Moray Firth to Inverness.
Avoch Dolphin Trips and EcoVentures Cromarty
Take a trip on either of our purpose built passenger boats to visit the dolphins in the Moray Firth. Spirit holds 65 passengers comfortably and goes in search of our resident pods of dolphins, seals, porpoise and otters.
Inverness Mystery Treasure Trail
Are you looking for something to do with family and friends or seeking a fun day out with the kids in Inverness? Then why not explore Inverness on this self-guided Murder Mystery themed Treasure Trail.
Loch Ness by Jacobite
Loch Ness is brimming with history, and tales of the world’s shyest monster. You might just spot Nessie. But the real stars of the Loch are its castles, monuments and scenery.
Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
Explore the history of this Highlands that is scottish from completely new interactive light!The museum is home to many artefacts and activities for you really to enjoy! Begin by following museum’s schedule to find out just how the highlands had been formed.
Chanonry Point for Dolphins
The most popular place to see dolphins is probably a good indicator of the best place to see them! That’s Chanonry Point between Fortrose and Rosemarkie on the Black Isle. This narrow peninsula is an ideal location with views across the Moray Firth to Fort George and with lots of fellow dolphin watchers you are unlikely to miss any sightings.
Rosemarkie Beach
Located on the scenic peninsula known as the Black Isle this long stretch of sandy beach stretches out into the mouth of the Moray Firth. The beach is backed by woodland and well kept lawns. It is also home to the ever popular Rosemarkie Beach Cafe making this a great spot to relax.
Fairy Glen
An easy walk up a delightful wooded glen, with two attractive waterfalls. The Fairy Glen was once the scene of a well-dressing ceremony, where the children of the village decorated a pool, next to a spring, with flowers. This was said to ensure that the fairies kept the water supply clean.
Ord Hill
Ord Hill is a great place for wildlife. Look out for red squirrels and woodland birds in the trees here. You might even spot a bottlenose dolphin in the Moray Firth below!
Mountain Biking Routes at Learnie Red Rock Trails
Mix forest tracks and dedicated trails for a great day of mountain biking. These purpose built mountain bike trails are fantastic fun for all levels, but especially good for novice and intermediate riders.
Rogie Falls
Short walks rewarded with spectacular waterfall views. Get up close to these impressive waterfalls on a new suspension bridge across the beautiful Black Water river. It’s only a short walk from the car park and during August and September there’s an excellent chance of seeing wild salmon leaping upstream.
Torrachilty Glen Affric
Huge forest, mostly spruce & pine but with some native broadleaves which make for interesting colour in autumn. Thought to be home to wildcats, otters & pine martens – so look carefully and you may see something special.