What's here? at Balranald
Available on site
12 spaces. Car parking available at the visitor centre.
Situated in the visitor centre.
Situated in the visitor centre.
Open all year round. Includes information on species found at Balranald.
Guided walks by RSPB staff are run once a week through the summer months.
Three miles (4.5 km), mainly flat circular nature trail. Allow approximately 1-2 hours. Mainly natural and uneven crofting land, with stony and soft/ wet areas.
No seating apart from bench with back and arm rests outside Visitor Centre.
Trail crosses natural boulder fields. Please take care.
School visits are welcome. Prior to visiting, please get in touch with the Reserve Manager to discuss your requirements and support required. Groups welcome, limited parking.
Not available on site
There are no public baby changing facilities within a reasonable distance of this reserve.
The reserve is partially pushchair friendly.
Three miles (4.5 km), mainly flat circular nature trail. Allow approximately 1-2 hours. Mainly natural and uneven crofting land, with stony and soft/ wet areas.
No seating apart from bench with back and arm rests outside Visitor Centre.
BBQs are a fire risk, endangering other people and the precious wildlife and habitats here. They are not permitted on the reserve at any time.
There is no cafe or shop here, the nearest place for food and drinks is .
Nearest refreshments, including hot food, at neighbouring campsite.
Outdoor cafe open through summer months. We recommend you bring your own food and drinks if this is likely to affect your visit.
There are no formal viewing points here. As there is nowhere to shelter, we recommend you dress appropriately for the weather.
Restrictions
Please keep dogs under control at all times. This nature reserve is important for wildlife.
RSPB Scotland welcomes responsible access, in line with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
During the ground-nesting bird breeding season (1 April to 15 August) we would ask that you keep your dog close to you, preferably on a short lead.
Livestock present for most of the year, keep your dog under close control at all times and please clean up after your dog.
Assistance dogs are welcome in all parts of the reserve.