Kinnoull Hill
COVID-19 update
All FLS visitor centres are currently closed. Walking and mountain bike trails remain open, as do most toilets and car parks, but do check below for local updates for closures.
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Latest forest information
- This site is likely to be very popular this month so please consider a Plan B in case the car park is full when you arrive. Please do not park on verges, in passing places or block gates or entrances. More parking is available in the Perth and Kinross Council Quarry car park on Corsiehill Road.
Perth's most incredible views and woodland walks
Kinnoull is a real jewel in Perth's crown. Trails wander through mature woodland of beech and pine to magnificent views over the river Tay. There's an arboretum – a tree collection – too, where you can check out trees you might like to grow in your own garden.
The trails on Kinnoull Hill itself are ideal for family outings and picnics. If you're looking for mountain bike action, try the bike park just next door on Deuchny Hill. Deuchny is also the best place for horse riding and for longer cycle routes: an ancient right of way called the Coronation Road links the forest to Scone. The name suggests it might have been used by ancient kings on their way to be crowned.
Perth and Kinross Council manage Kinnoull jointly with Forestry and Land Scotland. You can download a guide map to Kinnoull from the Council's website.
Walking trails
Easy Access Route
Experience the majesty of Kinnoull Hill without climbing to the summit on this short loop through varied pine, beech and spruce forest that is alive with birdsong.
Wide, firm and largely smooth surface throughout. One short fairly steep slope. Some patches may be slightly muddy.
Allow ½ an hour
Circular Path - Kinnoull
A wonderful circuit of the deciduous wooded slopes of Kinnoull Hill, with magnificent views from the summit over Perth and the Tay Valley.
Largely wide, firm gravel surface with uneven parts. Two short grassy sections and occasionally muddy patches. Includes some steep slopes and a road crossing.
Allow 1½ hours
Circular Path - Deuchny
A wonderful circuit of the deciduous wooded slopes of Kinnoull Hill, with magnificent views from the summit over Perth and the Tay Valley.
Firm gravel surface with some uneven, narrow and grassy sections. One long fairly steep slope. Includes three wide gates.
Allow 2½ hours
Activities
Orienteering
Kinnoull Hill has a permanent orienteering course that offers a great introduction to this fun and adventurous sport. Visit the British Orienteering website to find out how to download course maps.
Facilities & access
Find a place to eat
There are plenty of places to eat, and public toilets, in Perth.
Car parks
There's another small car park on Corsiehill Road. Trail routes from here climb more steeply than from the main Jubilee car park. To get there, turn right off Muirhall Road about ¼ mile (0.5 km) after the entrance to the Murray Royal hospital.
Space to relax
Just next to the Jubilee car park there's a large shed that makes an ideal base for group events in the forest. It can seat 25 people and has toilets, electricity and an outdoor sheltered area. There are no heating or cooking facilities. Get in touch for more details or to book the cabin for your event.
Getting here
By car from the centre of Perth, cross the river Tay on West Bridge Street (the A85) and continue straight on up East Bridge Street. Turn right on Muirhall Road and follow the road for about 1½ miles (2.5 km) to the Jubilee car park.
On foot, you can walk across the river on the South Street or railway bridge and join the footpath into the wood above Branklyn Garden.
Using SatNav?
PH2 7LN is the closest postcode for Kinnoull Hill.
Public transport
There is a regular bus service from Perth to Kinnoull Hill. For details visit Traveline Scotland.
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