Uath Lochans - Visit Cairngorms

Nestled amidst the ancient pines of Glen Feshie in the Scottish Highlands lie the Uath Lochans, a collection of four small, shimmering lochs. Pronounced “wah lochans,” their name translates to “hawthorn small lochs,” hinting at the beauty of these hidden gems.

There is a fantastic network of trails around the lochans, and a slightly longer trail which slowly climbs and unveils an incredible view, looking out over the bear print layout of the lochs below.

Stories are told of kelpies who inhabit & haunt lochs in Scotland usually in the shape of a horse. Maybe to keep children from playing too close to the water?

Getting to the Uath Lochans on a bike

The Uath Lochans are best explored on foot but can also be visited on a bike. You can cycle from Kincraig and take in a loop which follows parts of the Speyside Way and visits the Uath Lochans. Or park up at the Uath Lochans and cycle around the tracks that wind through and around the lochans.

The National Park is home to 25% of the UK’s rare and endangered species, so keeping your eyes peeled for the wonderful wildlife that call this place home is a must. Lots of red squirrels make their home here in the trees. If you spot something interesting, enjoy it quietly from afar – we love to see these guys but they don’t want to see us!

Exploring the National Park by using the miles of maintained paths and trails can enhance your experience, and help to protect the natural environment. Find out more here:

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Places to eat & drink nearby

The Uath Lochans are close to Kincraig where you can call in to the Loch Insh Outdoor Centre for a meal or drink and take in the beautiful views out over the Loch. Or venture over the bridge where you will find the Old Post Office Cafe & Gallery for fantastic coffees, cakes and lunches.

Toni Vastano, the owner & chef at the Old Post Office Cafe. Image: Ed Smith Photography

Important things to note

No fires or BBQ’s are permitted here. Please use a gas stove for cooking.

No parking charges apply here.

No overnight parking.

How to get there

From Kincraig travelling south turn left opposite the war memorial, signposted for Feshiebridge, and follow the road through the village and across the river at Loch Insh to a T-junction. Turn right here (signposted for Insh) and after a little less than ½ mile (800 metres), take a left fork signed as a no through road. Follow this road for 1 mile (1.6 km) and the car park is on your right.