Devilla Forest is a woodland area located near Kincardine in Fife, Scotland, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. This forest spans over 1,700 acres, featuring Scots pine, birch, and oak trees, alongside an extensive network of paths and forest roads. The terrain includes four distinct lochs—Bordie Loch, Moor Loch, Peppermill Dam, and Keir Dam—which add varied scenery and opportunities for several sports like hiking, jogging, touring cycling, road cycling, and more. Its mix of woodlands and waterways provides a…
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11.1km
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Devilla Forest offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The forest features an extensive network of paths and forest roads suitable for various skill levels. There are more than 20 routes available, with an average rating of 4.43 stars from over 50,000 visitors.
Yes, Devilla Forest has numerous well-maintained paths and waymarked routes for hiking. Options range from easy family-friendly loops to longer woodland explorations. For more information on routes, consult guides such as Hiking around Devilla Forest.
Devilla Forest is popular for cycling, with an extensive network of forest tracks and roads. It accommodates touring cycling, road cycling, gravel biking, and mountain biking. Many routes offer views of the lochs and cater to different ability levels. Explore options in the Cycling around Devilla Forest guide.
Yes, Devilla Forest offers several easy and family-friendly walks. The popular Red Squirrel Trail is a loop of about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) that is mostly flat and accessible, even for off-road buggies in dry conditions. More easy routes can be found in the Easy hikes around Devilla Forest guide.
Devilla Forest is characterized by its diverse woodlands, including Scots pine, birch, and oak trees. A significant feature is its series of four lochs: Bordie Loch, Moor Loch, Peppermill Dam, and Keir Dam, each offering unique scenery. The forest also serves as a habitat for various wildlife.
Devilla Forest is known for its thriving population of endangered red squirrels, making it a prime location for spotting them. It is also recognized as a 'dragonfly hotspot' and attracts various dragonfly and damselfly species. Other wildlife includes otters, waterfowl, roe deer, and foxes.
Yes, Devilla Forest is dog-friendly, with many trails suitable for walks with dogs. Visitors are encouraged to keep dogs under control to protect wildlife. Specific routes and tips for walking with pets can be found in the Dog-friendly hikes around Devilla Forest guide.
Devilla Forest provides a free car park for visitors. It is easily accessible, located just off the A985 near Kincardine. The car park also offers picnic areas for public use.
Komoot offers several guides for Devilla Forest, including Hiking around Devilla Forest, Family-friendly hikes around Devilla Forest, and Cycling around Devilla Forest. Other guides cover running, dog-friendly routes, and easy hikes.
For official information regarding Devilla Forest, visitors can refer to the Forestry and Land Scotland website. The official website is forestryandland.gov.scot/visit/forest-parks/devilla. A contact phone number is also available at 0300 067 6600 (option 1).
Devilla Forest contains several historical features. These include the legendary Standard Stone, a 17th-century plague grave, and ruins of a WWII explosives research station. Prehistoric coffins, stone circles, and Roman urns have also been discovered in the area.

