Morrone birkwood
Overview
Morrone birkwood (birk is Scots for birch) clothes the flanks of the hill rising south of Braemar. It is regarded as one of the finest examples of ‘downy’ birchwoods in the UK and with vast areas of juniper covering the ground.
Set on the side of the hill overlooking the River Dee, there are stunning views to use for backdrops for the trees or to pick out the play of light across the Glen with a long lens.
In autumn this location is fantastic as the Downy Birch leaves turn deep gold. I have found mid-October is best for autumn colour.
Winter and Spring would also be great times to visit, especially in snowy conditions or when low cloud hugs the hillside.
Location Information
Location’s Area
Braemar : Scotland
Photography Genre
Woodland
Access Difficulty
Easy – Fairly flat walking; rough paths and some uneven ground.
Time to Location
22 minutes
Distance to Location
0.82 miles
Elevation Climbed
148 feet
Parking
Free Car Park at the Duck Pond
View on Google Maps
All information correct as of October 2022
Directions
Leave the car park (A) and turn left, past the Duck Pond on your left. Follow the path to the gate (B); through the gate and take the path on your right. Keep following this path until you cross a stream (C) and when the path splits, take the left path. As you walk up the path you will see the main woods on your left (D). However there are great compositions to be found all over the hillside here
Download file for GPSSome images captured at this location: –
Juniper and Autumn Birch
Autumn Dance
The Windy Woods
Transient Light
Sun Kissed
Downy Birch
