Moncreiffe Hill Wood

Woodland Trust Scotland

The name of the hill is derived from the Gaelic ‘Monadh Craiobh’ meaning ‘hill of the tree’.

There are three circular walks through this fantastically varied woodland of towering Douglas fir, European larch, Scots pine, birch, sycamore, oak and ash.

The walks offer amazing open views of the surrounding countryside, with two Iron Age hill forts on site.

With over a 100 species of flora and fauna to be seen, keep your eyes and ears open for red squirrels, woodpeckers and roe deer.

Visit all year round.

Walks – easy to moderate. Pick up a leaflet, which includes a map, from Perth Tourist Information Centre.

Location

4 miles/ 6.5 km south of Perth via the A912 and the minor Rhynd road. OS Landranger Map 58.

Public transport & other facilities

Take the bus from Perth to Bridge of Earn.

Car parking available.

Other facilities can be found in either Bridge of Earn or Perth.

BIG TREE COUNTRY WALKS

Buzzards and butterflies: Moncreiffe Hill

Lying between the Rivers Tay and Earn, just above their confluence, the wooded hill has marvellous views.

Like Kinnoull Hill, which can be seen just to the north, the south side has cliffs where buzzards soar.

Over 100 plant species have been recorded here and these provide nectar for butterflies that bask in the sunny glades.

The three waymarked trails all pass some towering Douglas firs.

Practicalities: Start from the small car park. From Perth, take the A912 and turn left before Bridge of Earn then go left where signed after 1 mile.

Length: 1.5 to 4 miles.