# Muir of Dinnet, Aboyne — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Explore stunning Highland scenery at this Dinnet nature reserve offering woodland trails and lochside walks, complete with restaurant, parking and family facilities including baby changing rooms.

Source: https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/attractions/muir-of-dinnet (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version.

Nature Preserve 🐾 Dogs Welcome

# Muir of Dinnet

Dinnet

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7468502182044947129&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Jake B](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116976229211225094447)

**In short:** Muir of Dinnet is a nature preserve in Aboyne, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1,188 Google reviews, with dogs welcome.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Muir of Dinnet

Explore stunning Highland scenery at this Dinnet nature reserve offering woodland trails and lochside walks, complete with restaurant, parking and family facilities including baby changing rooms.

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance

### Payment

- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Opening hours

**Monday** Open 24 hours

**Tuesday** Open 24 hours

**Wednesday** Open 24 hours

**Thursday** Open 24 hours

**Friday** Open 24 hours

**Saturday** Open 24 hours

**Sunday** Open 24 hours

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[Wayomi S Jayantha](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100097613010887698728/reviews) ★★★★★

You can travel to up for the cave and down for the loch. Down mean crossing the road. If you like the loch view with ducks you can cross the river and follow the path with the duck 🦆 mark. Will take around 30min to reach there. Enough parking spaces 🅿️

· via Google

[Jake B](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116976229211225094447/reviews) ★★★★★

This was an unexpected find, and so happy we came across this. It’s truly a beautiful area of Scotland, the natural beauty here is stunning and I was shocked with the waterfall that was here, I’ve never experienced anything like it. Parking was very fair price, happy to pay as it goes towards the narrow reserve, toilets were clean and information centre staff were very kind. I highly recommend coming here for a few hours to escape the world and take in some stunning nature.

· via Google

[Jane Sharp](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112333720897856205452/reviews) ★★★★★

We walked around Loch Kinord on the other side of the road to the Burn O Vat. Beautiful flat walk. Took about 2 hours. Interesting history boards en route. Toilets at Burn O Vat just beyond the car park and a small visitor centre.

· via Google

[Eszter Tóth (Eszter)](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115731902491115249201/reviews) ★★★★★

Really nice walk around the lake. If you dont stop you can do it around 2 hours. If you stay on the side of parking in a very short walk(15-20 mins) you can go and see a small waterfall.

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4884329d74ff3841:0x67a5732a2d04d2b9!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Visitors say this nature reserve offers stunning scenery, well-marked trails suitable for all levels, and the unique Burn O'Vat rock formation. They also highlight the peaceful atmosphere, clean restrooms, and convenient parking. Others also mention the informative visitor center and the variety of walks available.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** Dinnet, Aboyne, AB34 5NB [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=57.0848179%2C-2.9436144)

**Category** National Parks & Reserves

**Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (1,188 reviews)

**Suitable for** All Ages

**Setting** Outdoor

**Dogs allowed** Yes

**Good for children** Yes

**Destination** Aboyne

[More attractions in Aboyne](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/attractions)

★ 4.8 (1,188 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.nnr-scotland.org.uk/muir-of-dinnet/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[01339 881667](tel:01339881667)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Aboyne

**Postcode** AB34 5NB

**Payment** Contactless

**Plus Code** 9C9V33M4+WH

[Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4884329d74ff3841:0x67a5732a2d04d2b9!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4884329d74ff3841:0x67a5732a2d04d2b9!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4884329d74ff3841:0x67a5732a2d04d2b9!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

### 🏨 Places to stay near Aboyne

Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices.

[Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DAboyne%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom)

Affiliate link

[Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/camping)

## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Muir of Dinnet?

Muir of Dinnet is open Mon–Sun 24 hours (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Muir of Dinnet any good?

Muir of Dinnet is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1,188 Google reviews.

### Is Muir of Dinnet dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Muir of Dinnet.

### Is Muir of Dinnet good for children?

Yes, Muir of Dinnet is listed as good for children.

### Is Muir of Dinnet indoors or outdoors?

Muir of Dinnet is mainly outdoors.

### What ages is Muir of Dinnet suitable for?

Muir of Dinnet suits all ages.

### Is Muir of Dinnet wheelchair accessible?

Muir of Dinnet has a wheelchair-accessible entrance.

### Is there parking at Muir of Dinnet?

Yes: free car park, paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking.

### How do I contact Muir of Dinnet?

Call Muir of Dinnet on +44 1339 881667.

## Stay near Muir of Dinnet

[Holiday cottages nearby 42](https://staycation.co.uk/near/muir-of-dinnet/cottages) [Campsites nearby 12](https://staycation.co.uk/near/muir-of-dinnet/camping)

## More near Muir of Dinnet

### Hotels & B&Bs nearby

- [Cambus O May Traditional Highland Hotel ★ 4.7 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/hotels/cambus-o-may-traditional-highland-hotel)
- [Crannach House ★ 4.9 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/hotels/crannach-house)
- [Loch Kinord Hotel ★ 4.4 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/hotels/loch-kinord-hotel)
- [Loch Kinord Hotel ★ 4.4 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/hotels/loch-kinord-hotel)

### Holiday cottages nearby

- [Deeside Woodland Lodges - Lodge A 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeenshire/cottages/deeside-woodland-lodges-lodge-a-uk33088)
- [Royal Deeside Woodland Lodges- Lodge C 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeenshire/cottages/royal-deeside-woodland-lodges-lodge-c-uk33089)
- [Royal Deeside Woodland Lodges - Lodge B 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeenshire/cottages/royal-deeside-woodland-lodges-lodge-b-uk33087)
- [Drumniall Cottage ★ 5.0 · 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aberdeenshire/cottages/drumniall-cottage-ukc2431)

### Campsites nearby

- [Cairngorm Bothies ★ 4.6 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/camping/cairngorm-bothies)
- [Firbank Park Certificated Location ★ 4.9 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/camping/firbank-park-certificated-location)
- [Firbank Park ★ 4.9 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/camping/firbank-park)
- [Cairngorm Lodges ★ 4.8 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/camping/cairngorm-lodges)

### Things to do nearby

- [Belwade Farm World Horse Welfare ★ 4.7 · 8.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/attractions/belwade-farm-world-horse-welfare)
- [Deeside Activity Park ★ 4.6 · 8.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/aboyne/attractions/deeside-activity-park)
- [Craigievar Castle ★ 4.6 · 10.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/alford-aberdeenshire/attractions/craigievar-castle)
- [Balmoral Castle ★ 4.3 · 11.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/ballater/attractions/balmoral-castle)