Due to the uneven terrain, sturdy footwear is strongly recommended; it’s worth bringing waterproofs and other layers.

If visiting in the spring and summer months, it’s wise to bring insect spray and cover limbs to protect against biting midges.

If you’re after mountain biking trails, head to the Laggan Wolftrax Centre, which also hosts a café, bathrooms, and showers.

Like everywhere in Cairngorms National Park, you should follow leave-no-trace principles.

If you fancy a wee dram after your hiking, Strathmashie Forest is conveniently close to several Scotch distilleries, including Dalwhinnie, Speyside, Edradour, and Blair Athol.