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The Scottish Outdoor Access Code

About the Code

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Enjoy Scotland's Outdoors responsibly

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Exploring without disturbing wildlife

Key sections

Practical guide for all

This guide will help you decide what to do in everyday situations in Scotland's great outdoors.

Resources to promote responsible access

Downloadable images to help promote safe and responsible enjoyment of our outdoors.

Dog walkers

Find out how to take the lead by following the Access Code when out and about with dogs in the countryside.

Managing access on your land

Resources and guidance to help local communities manage access.

Camping

Be a responsible camper - get tips on access, using stoves instead of lighting open fires and what to do when you need the loo.

Education resources

Activity Guides and resources for teachers and group leaders that can be adapted for all age groups are available.

Cycling

Access rights extend to cycling, on paths and off-road, as long as you ride responsibly.

Contacts

Local authority and national park authority access officers.

Scottish Outdoor Access Code ebook

Download the PDF if you're on a desktop computer or tablet or the EPUB to get the ebook from your phone (you will need to use a reader to view this file e.g. Apple Books for iphone or Google Play Books for Android).

 

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