Winter Activities to Get the Blood Pumping

You can’t beat a refreshing winter walk to blow the cobwebs away. In Inverness and Loch Ness and we are spoilt for choice with routes and trails to follow. From city walks, to loch side views, to the rugged wilderness of the Highlands. There’s something for walkers of all ages and abilities.

Winter walks with a difference! Snow-shoeing is a fantastic way to get out on the mountains wearing special shoes, which make it easier to walk on the deep snow. See the breath-taking scenery and winter wildlife of the Highlands like never before. There are many guided walks to join, where footwear and walking poles are provided.

Scotland’s snow-covered mountains create the perfect conditions for snow sports, which are incredibly popular outdoor activities in the Highlands. There are several ski resorts in Scotland, offering activities for all levels of skill and experience. The closest one to Inverness is the Cairngorm Mountain, about one hour’s drive away.

Curling is a popular winter sport in Scotland. It’s a team game similar to bowls and shuffleboard, where players slide stones over ice, towards a target. In Inverness, the curling season runs during the colder months, from September each year to the following March. The Inverness Ice Centre runs a series of classes and sessions for beginners and seasoned curlers.

Dog Sledding was traditionally a way to transport people and supplies over the snow or ice. Today, in Scotland it has become a fun and exhilarating way to travel. Imagine whooshing over the grass or snow on a sled pulled by dogs, surrounded by spectacular Highland scenery.