Roseisle Forest
Roseisle is a coastal pinewood forest planted in the 1930s, located near Burghead in Moray, Scotland. It combines sheltered woodland trails with a long sandy beach, making it ideal for family day trips. The forest is at various stages of maturity from newly-planted trees to mature pines. Wildlife includes red squirrels, crested tits, woodpeckers, seals and white gannets. Historical features include an old ice house used for storing salmon, a ruined Millie Bothy where salmon fishermen sheltered, and Second World War coastal defence tank barriers.
Area: 748.1 ha
Region: Near Forres
Address: Roseisle Forest, United Kingdom
Website: forestryandland.gov.scot/visit/destinations/roseisle
🧭 Get directionsOpening hours
Seasonal toilets open 1 April to 31 October. Public toilets year-round available in nearby Burghead and Findhorn. Accessible toilets available. Site listed on Euan's Guide for disabled access information.
Best for
Family day trips combining woodland trails with beach access, wildlife watching, and historical exploration
Wildlife
Red squirrels, crested tits, woodpeckers and other woodland birds. From shoreline: seals and white gannets. Wildlife hide available for birdwatching.
History
Old ice house (visible along trails) used for storing salmon. Ruined Millie Bothy where salmon fishermen sheltered. Concrete tank barriers on beach - remnants of Second World War coastal defences. Coastline historically a haunt of smugglers.
Reviews
It's a pity there are people whom just leave rubbish behind empty beer cans broken bottles even tents. The beach and woodland are an excellent place to visit have a picnic and enjoy the day well worth the visit.
Beautiful WW2 sea defences, but the hailstones came down and we got soaked through. The forest was beautiful but due to the time of day we arrived we couldn't even get a coffee.
It's my happy place. What more would you ask for. Its got toilets (seasonal), BBQ areas, grassy area, play area, woodland paths and the absolutely stunning beach including the anti tank defences for kids to jump on and bill boxes to explore. We have visited many times and love it - especially on a sunny day and at low tide too.