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Lossat Wood

Wood, Forest in Aberdeenshire

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Lossat Wood

Road through woodland in Glencat
Road through woodland in Glencat Credit: Mike Pennington

Lossat Wood is a picturesque forest located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Spanning approximately 100 acres, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. The wood is characterized by its dense collection of trees, mainly consisting of native species such as Scots pine, birch, and oak.

The forest offers various trails and paths that wind through its lush greenery, providing visitors with opportunities for leisurely walks, hikes, and cycling. The well-maintained paths are suitable for all fitness levels, making it an ideal spot for families and individuals alike. Along the way, visitors can enjoy the tranquil atmosphere, listening to the soothing sounds of birdsong and the rustling of leaves in the wind.

Lossat Wood is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including red squirrels, roe deer, and a variety of bird species. Birdwatchers can spot woodpeckers, finches, and sparrows among the trees, adding to the overall charm of the forest.

The wood is managed by local authorities, ensuring the preservation of its natural beauty and the safety of visitors. Picnic areas and benches are scattered throughout the forest, providing perfect spots for relaxation and enjoying a packed lunch amidst the serene surroundings.

Lossat Wood truly offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its idyllic scenery, well-maintained trails, and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil escape in Aberdeenshire.

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Lossat Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.046142/-2.7190237 or Grid Reference NO5695. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Road through woodland in Glencat
Road through woodland in Glencat
Woodland, Glencat
Woodland, Glencat
Ythanside, near Glencat
Ythanside, near Glencat
Back roads of Aberdeenshire
Back roads of Aberdeenshire
Pig ark, Haugh A haugh south of the Dee.
Pig ark, Haugh
A haugh south of the Dee.
Kittling Wood The forest at Balfour, now restored after complete destruction by wartime logging camps and the gale of 1953. The track leads to a field, but there is a fine bit of singletrack continuing into the woods.
Kittling Wood
The forest at Balfour, now restored after complete destruction by wartime logging camps and the gale of 1953. The track leads to a field, but there is a fine bit of singletrack continuing into the woods.
Woodland, Balfour
Woodland, Balfour
Field, Balfour Between the house and forest. Black Hill in the background, like most woodland here was stripped of trees by wartime lumber camps and the 1953 gale.
Field, Balfour
Between the house and forest. Black Hill in the background, like most woodland here was stripped of trees by wartime lumber camps and the 1953 gale.
The Bimble Single track in the very runnable Balfour Forest.
The Bimble
Single track in the very runnable Balfour Forest.
Balfour Forest Singletrack, nicknamed The Bimble through very open woodland. It is a lovely easy run on the bike.
Balfour Forest
Singletrack, nicknamed The Bimble through very open woodland. It is a lovely easy run on the bike.
Old dyke, Balfour Between Ballogie and Balfour in pine woods. The woodland was felled by wartime lumber camps and the notorious 1953 gale, but is now well established and thriving again.
Old dyke, Balfour
Between Ballogie and Balfour in pine woods. The woodland was felled by wartime lumber camps and the notorious 1953 gale, but is now well established and thriving again.
Balfour Forest I am glad that I had the orienteering map with me, as this old, well established track is omitted from the Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 map. It climbs up to the south of Brown Hill, joining the road network in the former Forestry Commission woodland there.
Balfour Forest
I am glad that I had the orienteering map with me, as this old, well established track is omitted from the Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 map. It climbs up to the south of Brown Hill, joining the road network in the former Forestry Commission woodland there.
Path in Balfour Forest While not shown on the current 1:25,000 map, this is a long established route shown on older maps and still exists on the ground. In places there are parallel gullies suggesting that this once a busy route used over a long period of time.
Path in Balfour Forest
While not shown on the current 1:25,000 map, this is a long established route shown on older maps and still exists on the ground. In places there are parallel gullies suggesting that this once a busy route used over a long period of time.
Balfour Forest Slopes of Creagantoll. The hill was mostly clear felled in the 20th century, during wartime and survivors wiped out by the catastrophic gale of January 1953.
Balfour Forest
Slopes of Creagantoll. The hill was mostly clear felled in the 20th century, during wartime and survivors wiped out by the catastrophic gale of January 1953.
Balfour Forest The woodland between here and the road to the north is undergoing thinning. It was very noticeable that the contractors put up the usual "rude man" keep out signs, while the company which owns the community woodland put up their own more reasonable, not one size fits all warnings about staying away from working machinery. No work was taking place today.
Balfour Forest
The woodland between here and the road to the north is undergoing thinning. It was very noticeable that the contractors put up the usual "rude man" keep out signs, while the company which owns the community woodland put up their own more reasonable, not one size fits all warnings about staying away from working machinery. No work was taking place today.
Ride, Balfour Forest The mapped dyke can be seen in the distance. Forestry work, thinning the trees, has been going on in recent weeks.
Ride, Balfour Forest
The mapped dyke can be seen in the distance. Forestry work, thinning the trees, has been going on in recent weeks.
Coupit seat One of a couple of seats with a view which were upside down. I suspect they are new and are awaiting being placed. The view up the Dee is very good from here, beside a logging road.
Coupit seat
One of a couple of seats with a view which were upside down. I suspect they are new and are awaiting being placed. The view up the Dee is very good from here, beside a logging road.
Logging road, Balfour Forest On the north side of Creagandummie.
Logging road, Balfour Forest
On the north side of Creagandummie.
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Lossat Wood is located at Grid Ref: NO5695 (Lat: 57.046142, Lng: -2.7190237)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East

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