Horse Riding at Glenlivet

There are no specific waymarked horse riding routes on Glenlivet, responsible riders are welcome to enjoy exploring the tracks around the Estate. There are numerous tracks that cross forests, farm and moorland throughout Glenlivet which are suitable for riding. Where there are padlocked gates at entry points to forest areas, you will find self-closing trombone handled small gates (BHS recommended width), which will allow for horse access.

Please plan your route carefully and be aware that some tracks cross remote and isolated areas and can involve steep and difficult terrain. The weather can change unpredictably and mobile phones do not work in all areas so please ensure you are properly equipped.

Paths and tracks can be used by a variety of informal recreational users, and while some routes are waymarked for walking or cycling this does not restrict their use to any one user group. Many routes are also waymarked for shared use so please act courteously to other recreational users.

Cycle routes
Several of the waymarked cross-country cycle routes provide suitable routes for horse riding, there are six waymarked cycle routes on Glenlivet, further information about these is available in the leaflet Cycle Glenlivet Estate. The routes mostly include sections of roads (with the exception of route 5) which are minor roads and usually quiet (although can be narrow).

Access restrictions for horses;
Cycle trail 1 – No crossing point over the Conglass water (NJ 168 200) between Campdalmore (Tomintoul) and Croughly road, alternative road section via Tomintoul; also no crossing point over the River Avon at Achlichnie (NJ 146 231), alternative road section via Balcorach .
Cycle trail 2 – No crossing point over the River Avon at Achlichnie (NJ 146 231), alternative road section via Strathavon and Fodderletter.

Cycle trail 5 also crosses rivers, however adjacent to these footbridges are fords (these are generally in good condition and regularly used by landrover).

Access
Please remember that Glenlivet is a working estate with a community that relies on farming, forestry and sporting activities to earn a living. It is also an area of countryside with a rich natural heritage, supporting a range of birds and animals that can be vulnerable to disturbance, particularly during the breeding season. We therefore ask that you follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code and at all times.

Certain management activities, such as deer stalking or forest harvesting may affect trails from time to time. As these activities may affect your safety, please observe any warning signs you see and take care to act accordingly.

Glenlivet welcomes you to explore its tracks and byways.