Low Wood

Wood, Forest in Morayshire

Scotland

Low Wood

Culbin Saltmarshes Inshore of the sand bars between Nairn and Culbin is a shallow lagoon backed by salt marsh.
Culbin Saltmarshes Credit: Anne Burgess

Low Wood is a small woodland area located in Morayshire, Scotland. Situated near the town of Elgin, it covers an approximate area of 50 acres. The woodland is predominantly composed of native tree species such as oak, birch, and rowan, creating a beautiful and diverse natural habitat.

Low Wood is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers due to its rich biodiversity. The forest floor is covered in a carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, offering a picturesque landscape for visitors to explore. The woodland is also home to a variety of wildlife, including red squirrels, roe deer, and a wide array of bird species.

Visitors to Low Wood can enjoy a range of recreational activities. There are several marked trails that meander through the forest, allowing hikers and walkers to immerse themselves in the tranquil surroundings. The woodland is also a great spot for birdwatching, with many bird hides strategically placed throughout the area.

In addition to its natural beauty, Low Wood has historical significance. The woodland was once part of the vast forests that covered the region in ancient times, and remnants of ancient settlements and structures can still be found within its boundaries.

Overall, Low Wood is a charming woodland area that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and rich history, it is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and anyone seeking a connection with the natural world.

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Low Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.620073/-3.7451035 or Grid Reference NH9560. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Culbin Saltmarshes Inshore of the sand bars between Nairn and Culbin is a shallow lagoon backed by salt marsh.
Culbin Saltmarshes
Inshore of the sand bars between Nairn and Culbin is a shallow lagoon backed by salt marsh.
Timber stacks Tree trunk stacks lining a forestry road beside an area of Culbin Forest which has been clearfelled.
Timber stacks
Tree trunk stacks lining a forestry road beside an area of Culbin Forest which has been clearfelled.
Felled timber Recently felled timber awaiting haulage from the forest to the mill.
Felled timber
Recently felled timber awaiting haulage from the forest to the mill.
Forestry track in Culbin Forest Access to most areas of this forest has been made easy for walkers and cyclists by a network of tracks and paths.
Forestry track in Culbin Forest
Access to most areas of this forest has been made easy for walkers and cyclists by a network of tracks and paths.
Silver survivors A few silver birch trees remain standing in a clearfelled area of Culbin Forest.
Silver survivors
A few silver birch trees remain standing in a clearfelled area of Culbin Forest.
Forestry track junction At most track intersections in Culbin Forest numbered posts have been erected to assist walkers to locate their position by simply consulting a free-issue Forestry Commission guide map.
Forestry track junction
At most track intersections in Culbin Forest numbered posts have been erected to assist walkers to locate their position by simply consulting a free-issue Forestry Commission guide map.
Track through Low Wood This is in the Low Wood section of Culbin Forest.
Track through Low Wood
This is in the Low Wood section of Culbin Forest.
Boggy track A very wet section of track near Junction 30 in the Low Wood area of Culbin Forest.
Boggy track
A very wet section of track near Junction 30 in the Low Wood area of Culbin Forest.
Stabilised sand dunes The undulations in the ground among the trees here are a reminder of the shape of the original sand dunes on which Culbin Forest has been grown.
Stabilised sand dunes
The undulations in the ground among the trees here are a reminder of the shape of the original sand dunes on which Culbin Forest has been grown.
Mudflats and sand dunes Moray Firth coast, just north of  Culbin Forest.
Mudflats and sand dunes
Moray Firth coast, just north of Culbin Forest.
Salt marsh and sand dunes The Moray Firth coastline north of Culbin Forest.
Salt marsh and sand dunes
The Moray Firth coastline north of Culbin Forest.
Vehicular access Small branches and offcuts spread on the soft ground to allow forestry vehicles to gain access to the forest.
Vehicular access
Small branches and offcuts spread on the soft ground to allow forestry vehicles to gain access to the forest.
Culbin sands Culbin sands looking out toward the Moray Firth
Culbin sands
Culbin sands looking out toward the Moray Firth
Mavsiton Sandhills in Culbin Forest Modern bench has the inscription 
"Mavsiton Dunes
windblown shores of sand 
sculpted into curving dunes 
tamed by rooted trees"
Mavsiton Sandhills in Culbin Forest
Modern bench has the inscription "Mavsiton Dunes windblown shores of sand sculpted into curving dunes tamed by rooted trees"
View to Culbin Forest Dec 2004 A view looking into the gut at Culbin with the forest in the background
View to Culbin Forest Dec 2004
A view looking into the gut at Culbin with the forest in the background
Junction 33 marker post, Culbin Forest All the main junctions in Culbin Forest have numbered markers which can be used in conjunction with the forest map to find your way around.
Junction 33 marker post, Culbin Forest
All the main junctions in Culbin Forest have numbered markers which can be used in conjunction with the forest map to find your way around.
Track junction in Culbin Forest Junction 31 in the Low Wood part of Culbin Forest.  All Culbin Forest's main junctions are numbered.  Used in conjunction with the forest map, they make navigation around the forest easy.
Track junction in Culbin Forest
Junction 31 in the Low Wood part of Culbin Forest. All Culbin Forest's main junctions are numbered. Used in conjunction with the forest map, they make navigation around the forest easy.
Flooded track in Culbin Forest
Flooded track in Culbin Forest
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Low Wood is located at Grid Ref: NH9560 (Lat: 57.620073, Lng: -3.7451035)

Unitary Authority: Moray

Police Authority: North East

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Located within 500m of 57.620073,-3.7451035
Junction: yes
Ref: 27
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 57.6186741/-3.7384896
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