Seasonal Access Rangers
We launched the Seasonal Access Ranger service in May 2021 to help manage outdoor access across Highland.
Rangers work across the region, except in the Cairngorms National Park, which runs its own ranger programme.
What Rangers do
Access Rangers:
- patrol popular sites in the morning and evening
- speak with visitors about responsible access
- give advice on wild camping, litter, fires and outdoor toileting
- help manage overcrowding and parking, including motorhomes
- collect data on visitor numbers and site capacity
- work with communities and landowners to resolve issues
View the Access Ranger Annual Report
Some Rangers are based at busy sites, including:
- Chanonry Point
- Old Man of Storr
These Rangers are present throughout the day.
Ranger team and recruitment
We aim to build a team of up to 17 Rangers during the high season (spring to early autumn). We also hope to recruit local volunteers to support the team during busy periods.
Other Rangers in Highland
- Long Distance Routes - Managing the Great Glen Way and West Highland Way long-distance routes.
- High Life Highland Countryside Rangers - Connect people with the nature, wildlife, and heritage of the Scottish Highlands.
- Cairngorms National Park Authority - To inspire residents and visitors to connect with, protect and respect the nature and landscapes of this special place.
Many other organisations (like the National Trust for Scotland, Scottish Wildlife Trust, John Muir Trust, NatureScot) have countryside and visitor rangers to manage and promote their own sites in Highland.