Wildlife reserves · Central Scotland
Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve
In or near Airth.
Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
Jim Smillie — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Alloa · 3.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve is a nature reserve in Scotland Central, United Kingdom — protected land managed for wildlife conservation, with footpaths, hides and visitor access. UK nature reserves include national, local and trust-managed sites covering everything from coastal saltmarsh to upland moor.
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Place summary
Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve is located in central Scotland. This wildlife reserve offers a habitat for various species and features scenic walking trails around the dam. It is an important area for biodiversity and outdoor recreation.
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- Coordinates
- 56.1296, -3.7443
- District
- Clackmannanshire
- Postcode
- FK10 3AU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Alloa and Grangemouth
- Nearest railway station
- Alloa — 3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q111207796 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve?
- Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode FK10 3AU).
- What is Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve?
- Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Alloa, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode FK10 3AU.
- Is Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Alloa, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode FK10 3AU.
- Are dogs allowed at Gartmorn Dam Country Park and Nature Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.