What to see and do on your visit
Invernahavon Caravan Park is an ideal base for exploring the Cairngorms National Park and beyond. There are so many things to see and do. We have listed some of our favourites in our local area below, for many, many more please visit.
Invernahavon and Glentruim
Centre Stone of Scotland and walks direct from the Caravan Park
Glentruim marks the exact geographical centre of Scotland. Follow the Glentruim road (exit campsite and take a right up the hill) and you will find the Centre Stone along with wonderful views. You can continue into the wood, where there are signposted walks. The Viewpoint is highly recommended, it’s a short walk up a small hill with breath-taking views at the top.
You can also walk down to the River Spey from the Park, exit at the back of the Park, along the stone dyke wall which follows the River Truim and veer left once it meets the River Spey. You can walk all the way round to meet the Glentruim road. Please keep dogs on a leash around sheep and cows and Glentruim Castle grounds should not be entered - thank you.
More information on local walks can be found by visiting Laggan Paths & Newtonmore Paths.
www.laggan.com
Walking in the area
You are spoilt for choice with many other walks in our area, suitable for all walking and climbing abilities, do a few miles or bag a Munro. Some of our recommendations would be,
The Uath Lochans, the Green Loch, the Corrieyairack Pass and the Badenoch Way.
All of these and lots more can be found on;
Fishing
Try your luck at Salmon and Trout fishing on the Rivers Spey and Truim which run adjacent to the Park. Permits can be purchased on the Park or in Newtonmore at The Balavil Hotel.
www.badenochangling.wixsite.com/fish
National Cycle Network - Route 7
The sections of Route 7 between Sunderland and Inverness take in breathtaking views of forests, hills and lochs. It is over 540 miles long and passes through two National Parks before arriving in the Scottish Highlands at Inverness. Route 7 is on our doorstep.
Newtonmore & Kingussie
Newtonmore Wildcat Trail
The Wildcat Trail circles the local village of Newtonmore, its approx., 7 miles long, it has lovely views of the Monadhliath and Cairngorm Mountains and the Rivers Spey and Calder.
If this is too long for the little ones then they can walk in the village and try to spot all the Wildcats (not real ones but all uniquely painted)! There are over 130 to find around the village, in gardens, on roofs and up trees - buy a track pack at the Wildcat Centre on the Main Street.
Shinty
Shinty is our local sport in the Highlands and Newtonmore has a successful team who play most Saturdays from March - October at the Eilan, Newtonmore Camanachd Club's home ground. Check out their website for details of their next match, visitors are very welcome to go along and watch.
Golf
For the keen golfer, there are many great courses in the area, 2 courses are within 5 miles to Invernahavon - Newtonmore and Kingussie.
The Highland Folk Museum
The Highland Folk Museum in Newtonmore is a great day out for all the family and it’s free. Discover how people lived and worked from 1700's to 1950's and grab a coffee/lunch in its café. Open March till October and located at the north end of Newtonmore.
www.highlifehighland.com/highlandfolkmuseum
Clan Macpherson Museum
The Clan Macpherson Museum in Newtonmore is also free. View the large collection of artefacts and other objects of historical importance. The collections are significant to the Highlands of Scotland and to members of the Macpherson Clan in particular.
www.clan-macpherson.org/museum
Screen Machine
Experience the mobile cinema when it visits Newtonmore on its tour of the Highlands.
Ruthven Barracks
The barracks are steeped in Jacobite history and offer lovely views.
www.kingussie.co.uk
Laggan & Dalwhinnie
Laggan Wolftrax
For mountain biking, visit Laggan Wolftrax where you will find over 20 miles of purpose built trails for all levels, bikes are available for hire, they have a nice café and its lovely for walks too.
https://www.lagganwolftrax.co.uk
Dalwhinnie Whisky Distillery
Dalwhinnie is just 7 miles from the campsite and is highly recommended. They have tours and events available in summer months which are very popular, please visit their website to see what’s going on.
www.discovering-distilleries.com/dalwhinnie
There are also many other distilleries in the area, to find out more please visit.
Ardverikie Estate
Ardverikie is famous for the setting of Monarch of the Glen, James Bond and many other films. It is a stunning Estate on the white sand shores of Loch Laggan. Visitors are welcome but you must park in the layby on the A86 as vehicles are not permitted into the grounds. Visit its website for more information.
Kincraig & Insh
Highland Wildlife Park
The Highland Wildlife Park is a great family day out. It is home to over 200 amazing animals including native Scottish species like Red Squirrels, Wildcats, Capercaillie and Pine Martens as well as rare and endangered animals from the world's mountains and tundra regions. It is recommended that you book online as it’s cheaper and you’ll not be disappointed as it can be busy.
www.highlandwildlifepark.org.uk
Loch Insh Outdoor Centre and Water sports
Loch Insh, located in the village of Kincraig offers a range of water sports, like paddle boarding and windsurfing. Equipment and wetsuits are available for hire. It also has a dry ski slope, cart racing and café/restaurant with great views over the Loch.
Bird watching
For bird watching, on your doorstep is Insh Marshes National Nature Reserve, one of the most important wetlands in Europe.
Cairngorm Mountain & Aviemore
Cairngorm Mountain offers skiing in the winter and other activities in the summer. The Funicular Railway is not currently running but keep an eye on their website for any updates. There are other walks etc., to discover and a nice café at the bottom of the mountain.
www.cairngormmountain.co.uk
Aviemore Kart Raceway
Karts to suit all ages racing around a 500m circuit with great views of the Cairngorm Mountains.
Zip Trek Adventure Park
This is great fun, zip through the ancient pine forest in Alvie, south of Aviemore, booking online is essential.
Treezone at Rothiemurchus, by Aviemore is another great adventure experience. Navigate your way through obstacles high up in the tree canopy, again book online.
https://iye.scot/treezone-aviemore
Rothiemurchus has many other attractions and sports to pursue. Check their website for full details of all they have to offer.
Cairngorms & Glenmore, by Aviemore
Includes the beautiful Loch Morlich which has water sports and The Reindeer Centre, please check it all out at;
www.cairngormreindeer.co.uk
Landmark Forest Adventure Park is located 10 miles from Aviemore in Carrbridge. It is a great place for small and bigger children with waterslides, Tarzan trail and the Bamboozeleum! This is a full day of adventure and tickets are best bought online.
https://www.landmarkpark.co.uk
Take a trip down memory lane on a Steam Train departing from Aviemore http://strathspeyrailway.co.uk
Aviemore is home to a 650 seat 3D Cinema – www.macdonaldspeyvalleycinema.co.uk
Inverness
Jacobite Cruises along Loch Ness
There are lots of cruise options available to explore the history of Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle.
www.jacobite.co.uk
www.visitinvernesslochness.com
Culloden Battlefield Tours and Activities
Relive the history of the famous battle of Culloden where Bonnie Prince Charlie and his Jacobite army were defeated.
www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/culloden
North Coast 500
We are perfectly situated for an overnight stay if you are travelling to Inverness to start your tour on the NC500. If you are homeward bound, pop in on the way home to break up your journey.
www.northcoast500.com
Fort William
Ben Nevis (the highest mountain in Scotland and Britain) and Aonach Mor are just outside Fort William, about an hour’s drive away. When you visit Aonach Mor, ride the Nevis Range Gondola up the Aonachs. There are a network of trails for Mountain biking. Snow sports are available in the winter.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk
The Jacobite Steam Train
A spectacular steam train journey along the West Highlands from Fort William to Mallaig over the Glenfinnan viaduct made famous by the Harry Potter films.