Wildlife reserves · Scottish Highlands
Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve
In or near Golspie.
Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve — nature reserve in Highland, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 2 h–4 h
- Best time of year
- Autumn & winter (migration & wildfowl)
- Nearest railway station
- Golspie · 4.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve is a wildlife reserve in the United Kingdom. It covers approximately 11 km². Wikidata describes it as: "nature reserve in Highland, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 57.9374°, -4.0409°.
Official information
Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve is a coastal reserve located near Golspie, Scotland, featuring a diverse range of habitats including tidal basins and Scots pine forests. Visitors can enjoy wildlife watching, including seals and various bird species, as well as walking trails through scenic landscapes.
Place summary
Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve is a wildlife reserve located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode IV25. It is designated to protect diverse habitats and species, showcasing the natural beauty and ecological significance of the area. The reserve is part of a larger landscape that supports various wildlife, making it an important site for conservation efforts.
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- Coordinates
- 57.9374, -4.0409
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV25 3QG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
- Phone
- 01463 701608
- Nearest railway station
- Golspie — 4.9 km
- Official site
- www.nature.scot
Sources
- wikidata: Q13769611 (CC0)
- commons: Loch Fleet sandbank - geograph.org.uk - 129082.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve?
- Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV25 3QG).
- What is Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve?
- Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve — nature reserve in Highland, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Golspie, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV25 3QG.
- Is Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve free to visit?
- Yes, Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve is free to enter.
- How do I get to Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve?
- The nearest railway station is Golspie, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IV25 3QG.
- Are dogs allowed at Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve?
- Most wildlife reserves allow dogs on lead only, with restrictions during ground-nesting bird season (March-July). Check signage at the reserve.